Physical Therapist (PT)

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

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Chesterfield, MO seeks a PT to provide direct rehabilitation services upon physician referral in accordance with all laws and Life Care standards. Responsibilities include following treatment plans, charting, and collaborating with the care team to meet patient goals.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited PT program, active state licensure, and CPR certification. New grads welcome; one year experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy.
• Must hold active state license in good standing.
• CPR certification required or obtained on hire.

Responsibilities

• Follow PT treatment plans for patients.
• Establish and modify goals that are realistic and measurable.
• Oversee care given by PTAs and Rehab Aides.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software accurately.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service toward patients.
• Communicate effectively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

CPR certification

MS Word

MS Excel

Email

Education

Accredited PT program BSPT MSPT DPT

Job description

Company Highlights

• Continuing education and growth opportunities
• In-house rehab programs
• Flexible scheduling
• Continuing education and growth opportunities

Life Care Center of Chesterfield, MO

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 informationUnderstand 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