Physical Therapist

addus; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with generous company match

Comprehensive benefits effective the first of the month

Generous time off accruals

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Employee Discount Programs

Work/life balance

Job summary

Ambercare Homecare in Silver City, NM is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join its team. This full-time position offers an engaging culture and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities include providing therapy according to the plan of care, advising clients and families, and maintaining accurate clinical records. Candidates must have current licensure, and preference will be given to those with at least two years of experience in an acute setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by relevant associations.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice.
• At least two years of experience in an acute hospital or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services as per physician’s plan of care.
• Advise, consult, and teach treatment procedures to clients and families.
• Prepare and maintain accurate clinical records and progress notes.

Skills

Physical therapy services

Patient assessment

CPR and First Aid Certification

Team collaboration

Documentation and record keeping

Education

Graduate from an approved Physical Therapy School

Current licensure as a Physical Therapist

Job description

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Physical Therapist to come join our rapidly growing team in Silver City, NM.

New Graduates welcome to apply!!

Full-Time

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits effective the first of the month
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You’ll Do:

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Advise, consult and teach appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members and other agency staff
• Assist the provider in evaluating level of function
• Participate in the development of the plan of care
• Prepare clinical and progress notes
• Translate all exercise into functional activities or activities of daily living
• Develop needed plans for modifying equipment, appliances and the physical surrounding in clients home
• Confer regularly with attending provider regarding client’s progress and report the physical and emotional conditions and reactions to treatment and interpret social and physical factors in the environment that affect care
• Interpret to the client and family the implication of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the provider
• Provide families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate them in their progress
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
• Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate clinical records, keeping track of goals and progress of clients’

Qualifications:

• Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the Physical Therapy Association
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
• At least two (2) years’ experience in an acute hospital or equivalent experience (preferred)
• Must possess current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance

Text 3573 to 505-806-1865 to apply