Physical Therapist

Life Fitness Physical Therapy; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Incentive bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Family-friendly work environment

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Life Fitness Physical Therapy in Maryland seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide outpatient clinic coverage. You will assess patients, review referrals, develop and implement treatment plans, and document progress while coordinating with physicians and insurers.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, teamwork, and strong organizational skills to ensure timely evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Competitive salary and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state of Maryland license, CPR certification.
• 1+ years' experience preferred in an outpatient orthopedic clinic setting.
• Team player attitude and energetic with a focus on excellent customer service.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Caring nature, with a genuine interest in helping people.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results.
• Review the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required.
• Provide direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
• Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
• Complete a written plan of care, develop goals based on evaluation findings, and develop a comprehensive program to attain goals.
• Implement physical therapy treatment program and provide essential physical therapy treatments.
• Communicate effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies.
• Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Caring nature

Education

CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Company Description

Life Fitness Physical Therapy was founded in 2000 based on the core values of providing the highest level of customer service and clinical excellence in outpatient physical therapy. By staffing our facilities with exceptional therapists and support staff, the practice has grown into eleven locations with clinics all around the Baltimore Beltway. We attribute much of our growth over the years to referrals from our patients and physicians who trust our staff and believe in our care.

Therapists at Life Fitness Physical Therapy are dedicated to continued learning and advanced practice with an emphasis on manual therapy, exercise prescription, postural re-education, and dynamic biomechanical techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients. Our Life Fitness family continues to grow, as we strive to set the bar high in delivering personalized, patient-centered, quality outpatient physical therapy. We continue to expand our family; once patients come to us, they are friends for life. Come join our team and grow with us!

Job Description

Life Fitness is looking for a dedicated and skilled Physical Therapist to provide coverage in our outpatient clinic. If you are passionate about providing quality care and looking for a supportive work environment.

• Assess patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results
• Review the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required
• Provide direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines
• Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers
• Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians
• Complete a written plan of care, develop goals based on evaluation findings, and develop a comprehensive program to attain goals
• Implement physical therapy treatment program and provide essential physical therapy treatments
• Communicate effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies
• Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current state of Maryland license, CPR certification
• 1+ years' experience preferred in an outpatient orthopedic clinic setting
• Team player attitude and energetic with a focus on excellent customer service
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Caring nature, with a genuine interest in helping people
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Additional Information

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000 -$95,000. Salary is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. The Company's incentive compensation plan is subject to change. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.

• Sign-on bonus!
• Incentive bonuses!
• Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership
• Family-friendly work environment
• Employee discount plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive