Physical Therapist ~ PT

La Villa Grande Care Center; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time-Off

Flexible schedules

Tuition assistance

Company sponsored training

Referral program

Job summary

La Villa Grande Care Center in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. You will assess patients, develop and implement individualized therapy plans, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and aides to maximize functional outcomes.

Requires graduation from an APTA‑accredited program, a current state license, and at least one year of PT aide experience; strong communication and crisis management skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population served.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations.
• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program.
• At least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide.
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and collaborates with other professionals.
• Designs and implements a care plan based on assessment.
• Conducts therapy within defined standards of care.
• Directs support staff to achieve patient goals.
• Communicates with the health care team to ensure positive outcomes.
• Adheres to organizational policies, quality and safety standards.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with HIPPA.

Skills

Clinical care

Crisis management

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

APTA‑accredited PT program

Job description

Physical Therapist ~ PT

La VillaGrande Care Center ~ Grand Junction, CO

Skilled Nursing Community

Pay Rate - $45/hr - $58/hr DOE - Full Time

Sign on Bonus: $15 K paid out in increments

BENEFITS OFFERED -

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time-Off
• Flexibility with schedules
• tuition assistance
• company sponsored training
• referral program
• etc.

ABOUT US – La Villa Grande is part of Stellar Senior Living, a premier skilled nursing and memory care provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue this journey with us.

FUNCTION:

The Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. The Physical Therapist will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population age groups that will be receiving services.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations.
• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program.
• At least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide.
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily.

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients’ functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.
• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
• Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals.
• Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Practices hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures related to resident rights; abuse prevention and reporting; and resident confidentiality (HIPPA).
• Demonstrates knowledge of Employee Handbook and complies with the policies in the Handbook.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from asking prospective employees to disclose any age-related information. Therefore, Colorado applicants are not required to disclose their age, date of birth, dates of schooling or graduation, or other age-related information. Furthermore, Colorado applicants may wish to redact age-related information from their application materials, such as resumes or schooling transcripts.