Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Mentorship programs

In-house rehab programs

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Lawrenceville, GA seeks a Physical Therapist to provide direct rehab care per physician referral, in compliance with all laws and Life Care standards.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program and an active state license; CPR is required. New grads are welcome; one year of experience is preferred. Expect collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and robust documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current active PT license in the applicable state.
• CPR certification required or obtained during orientation.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaises with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
• Follow physical therapy treatment plans; establish and modify goals as needed.
• Chart appropriately and timely; use therapy software and document care.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team and maintain professional relations.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Body mechanics

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

MSPT

DPT

Graduate of accredited PT program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

• Mentorship programs available--new grads welcome!
• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
• Continuing education and career growth opportunities

• $10,000 Sign on Bonus for Full Time
• Mentorship programs available--new grads welcome!
• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
• Continuing education and career growth opportunities

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’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