Physical Therapist

Addus HomeCare, Inc.; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous time off accruals

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Addus HomeCare, Inc. is looking for a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rapidly growing team in Santa Fe, NM. This role offers new graduates an excellent opportunity to advance their careers while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. The position includes comprehensive benefits, 401(k) plan, generous time off, and a culture focused on team atmosphere and work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must have at least two years' experience in an acute hospital or equivalent.
• Must possess current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services according to physician's plan.
• Consult and teach treatment procedures to clients and family.
• Participate in developing the plan of care.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Treatment procedures and supportive activities

Functional activities

Education

Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy

Current licensure as a Physical Therapist

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

Come work for one of the largest home health care companies in the state of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is seeking a qualified and dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rapidly growing team in Santa Fe, NM.

New graduates are welcome to apply.

Coverage area zip codes: 87501, 87502, 87504, 87505, 87506, 87508

This is an excellent opportunity to begin or advance your career in home health while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives through high-quality, patient-centered care.

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, effective on 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

Physical Therapist 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:

• Physical Therapist
  • 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