Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Center of Estero; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Estero, FL is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct rehab care to patients per physician referral. You will follow PT plans, set goals, supervise PTAs and rehab aides, document care, and ensure safe, compassionate service in a post-acute care setting.

New grads welcome to apply and CPR certification is required upon hire. The role emphasizes teamwork with nursing and therapy staff, compliance with company policies, and upholding standards of

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (PT) with BSPT/MSPT/DPT as applicable.
• Active state license in good standing required; CPR certification upon hire.
• New grads welcome to apply; one year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow PT treatment plans for patients.
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic goals.
• Supervise PTAs, Rehab Aides, and students; oversee care.
• Chart appropriately and timely; document in therapy software.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

PT degree (BSPT/MSPT/DPT)

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Employment Status: PRN Shift: Days

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