Physical Therapist - Flexible Days, CEUs & Loan Repayment

Life Care Centers of America; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)

Student loan repayment

Toll Reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

401(k) retirement plan with companyit

Vacation, six holidays, one personal

Life insurance

Short/long term disability

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide direct rehab care in a Skilled Nursing Facility setting. You will work with physicians to implement plans of care and help patients regain function in a patient-centered, supportive environment.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, coordinating with PTAs and rehab staff, ensuring documentation accuracy, and maintaining compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy, BSPT, MSPT, or DPT (2003 or later must have MSPT or DPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training
• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• Oversee and evaluate care given by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Education

PT degree BSPT/MSPT/DPT

State licensure

CPR certification

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide direct rehab care in a Skilled Nursing Facility setting. You will work with physicians to implement plans of care and help patients regain function in a patient-centered, supportive environment.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, coordinating with PTAs and rehab staff, ensuring documentation accuracy, and maintaining compliance with laws and Life Care standards.