Physical Therapist (PT)

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

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Mesa, AZ seeks a Physical Therapist to deliver direct rehab care to patients per physician referral, in compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

Requirements: graduate from accredited PT program (BSPT/MSPT/DPT), active state license, CPR, 1 year experience preferred, new grads welcome.

You will participate in community health matters, collaborate with patients and staff, document care, and maintain professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (BSPT/MSPT/DPT).
• Current state license and active licensure in good standing.
• One year of experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification required on hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow and adapt PT treatment plans for patients.
• Collaborate with PTAs, Rehab Aides, and students; oversee care as needed.
• Chart patient progress accurately and timely.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Communicate effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Body mechanics

Independent decision-making

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Team communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (BSPT)

Master of Physical Therapy (MSPT)

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email systems

Job description

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