Physical Therapist (PT)

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

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to provide direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients referred by physicians. The ideal candidate is a licensed PT with CPR certification and good body mechanics, capable of independent decision-making and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Required are an accredited PT degree (BSPT/MSPT/DPT) and active state licensure; new grads are welcome.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to plan patient needs.
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Understand and follow laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care.

Skills

Patient communication

CPR certification

New grads welcome

Education

BSPT

MSPT or DPT

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

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