Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Colorado seeks a PRN Physical Therapist to provide direct rehab care to patients under physician referrals, adhering to all laws and Life Care standards.

The PT will follow established treatment plans, assess patient progress, supervise PTAs and rehab aides, document care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program.
• Active state license in good standing.
• New grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification required or obtained during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
• Establish, assess, and modify goals.
• Oversee care by PTAs and Rehab Aides.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software and documentation.
• Maintain professionalism and patient confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

CPR certification

New grads welcome

MS Word / Excel / Email proficiency

Good body mechanics

Independent decision making

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PT degree (BSPT/MSPT/DPT)

Active state PT license

Job description

Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 55 Pay Rate Minimum: 45 Shift: Days

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’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand 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
• 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