Physical Therapist

10 Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center; United States; On-site; USD 77,438 - 120,036; Full time

Job summary

10 Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist to plan and execute rehabilitation programs, helping patients regain physical function. The ideal candidate will have a DPT in Physical Therapy and strong skills in various therapeutic techniques.

Responsibilities include developing patient care plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with staff. Compensation is competitive, ranging from $77,438.40 to $120,036.80 based on experience.

Qualifications

• BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge and adherence to APTA and state standards of practice.
• Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute rehabilitation programs for patients.
• Document patient progress as per medical documentation procedures.
• Evaluate mobility, strength, and current level of patient function.

Skills

Rehabilitation program planning

Therapeutic exercise

Manual techniques

Gait training

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

DPT: Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist Job Description

Plan and execute rehabilitation programs to help patients return to a higher level of physical function. Utilize therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re‑education, physical modalities, gait training, and manual techniques while maintaining effective communication and strong interpersonal skills to motivate patients and provide compassionate care.

• Apply knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, neuroscience, and pharmacology.
• Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly, and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.
• Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Care with appropriate home exercise program and discharge instructions.
• Develop Plan of Care for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations, short and long‑term goals, collaboration with other staff, and required patient and caregiver involvement.
• Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
• Evaluate mobility, strength, and current level of patient function while setting realistic, scaled goals to improve in these areas.
• Implement Plan of Care on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.
• Maintain open lines of effective communication between therapy staff, department staff, and referral sources involved in the care of the patient.
• Maintain patient records, ensuring that certifications and authorizations are in compliance with third‑party payer requirements.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.
• Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants as indicated in a professional and consistent manner.

Qualifications

• DPT: Physical Therapy (Required)
• BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques
• Knowledge and adherence to APTA and state standards of practice

Compensation: $77,438.40 – $120,036.80 (pay based on experience)