Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Loan repayment

In-house rehab programs

Continuing education

Mentorship program

Job summary

Life Care Center at Hickory Woods in Antioch, TN seeks a dedicated PT to provide direct rehab care on physician referral in compliance with all standards.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, TN licensure, CPR, and 1 year of experience preferred, with new grads welcome. The role supports community health and promotes growth within a large network of facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program (BSPT/MSPT/DPT).
• Currently registered/licensed in Tennessee with active standing.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire and maintained during employment.

Responsibilities

• Follow and adjust PT treatment plans for patients.
• Establish and modify realistic, measurable goals.
• Oversee care by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
• Document patient progress and update charts timely.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs.
• Uphold safety, patient rights, and compliance policies.

Skills

Word processing

Excel

Email

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist (TN)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email communication

Job description

Life Care Center at Hickory Woods in Antioch, TN

• $3k Sign-on bonus/loan repayment
• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 27 states
• Continuing education and growth opportunities
• Mentorship program available--New grads welcome!

Position Summary

The PT - Physical Therapist provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• 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.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• 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's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer