Physical Therapist

BoldAge PACE; Johns Island (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

Generous Paid Time Off

401K with Match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

BoldAge PACE is seeking a Physical Therapist to deliver comprehensive therapy services tailored to our participants' needs in Johns Island, South Carolina. The role involves planning, organizing, and implementing treatment programs, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring effective communication with participants and their families.

The ideal candidate must have an advanced degree in Physical Therapy, a current state license, and experience in community-based settings. Benefits include medical/dental, generous PTO, and a 401K with match.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy in the state.
• Two years of experience in an interdisciplinary team is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement Physical Therapy services for participants.
• Provide assessments and document treatment plans.
• Educate participants and families about care procedures.

Skills

Physical therapy knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient assessment

Education

Advanced degree in Physical Therapy

Current Physical Therapy license

Job description

Physical Therapist

BoldAge PACE is an all‑inclusive program of care personalized to meet the individual health and well‑being needs of our participants.

Job Summary

Plan, organize, and implement Physical Therapy services for PACE participants. Responsibilities include assessment, planning, providing treatment, and teaching participants, caregivers, or other appropriate representatives/family to maintain participant support in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality care and serve as a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team (IDT).
• Perform in‑person assessments for participants at initial enrollment and as needed ongoing as determined by the IDT.
• Assess the need for adaptive durable medical equipment, specialized shoes, and prosthesis.
• Assess participants’ homes for safety and mobility; recommend home modifications and equipment.
• Plan physical therapy treatment programs according to recognized standards and policies.
• Administer physical therapy treatment programs consistently to achieve identified goals according to recognized standards and policies.
• Confer with interdisciplinary team on participant care issues.
• Document evaluation, assessment, plan, and treatment rendered accurately and in a timely manner according to policy.
• Measure effectiveness of treatment, document, and revise plan accordingly.
• Educate and instruct participants/family in procedures, home programs, and document training and understanding by participant/family.
• Train PACE staff in body mechanics, use of equipment, transfers, gait patterns, and methods to maximize safety and functional abilities in performing activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide care and services in the center, clinic, contracted facilities, and participants’ homes according to each participant’s plan of care.
• Assist participants to function at the most independent level possible.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships and communication with co‑workers, participants and their families/significant others, and members of the community.
• Assist interdisciplinary team members in understanding the significant rehabilitation needs of the participant and families.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each participant.
• Maintain regular attendance at and participate in daily interdisciplinary team meetings, communicate participant changes and collaborate with team members in care planning decisions and coordination for 24‑hour care delivery.
• Perform the duties of other IDT members based on professional licensing, competencies, and experience as needed.
• Actively participate in quality improvement projects and meetings.
• Fulfilling the role of other IDT member(s) as needed according to licensure and competency requirements.
• Attend and actively participate in a variety of organizational meetings related to participant care or daily operations, in‑services and community agency meetings.
• Complete all documentation of clinical service in participants’ medical records, including initial assessments; reassessments; change of status; and other significant events according to PACE documentation requirements.
• Follow all policies and procedures and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Protect privacy and maintain confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about employees, participants, and families.
• Practice standard precautions.
• Maintain a safe working environment, following safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings.
• Maintain professional affiliations, required certifications, and continuing education requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy in the state.
• Current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Two (2) years of experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home, or community‑based setting is preferable.
• One (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred; if not present, training will be provided upon hiring.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K with Match (Match begins after one year of employment)
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program

Employment Law / EEO Statement

BoldAge PACE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.