Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Mesa, AZ seeks a PT to provide direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral, in compliance with all laws and Life Care standards.

You will follow established treatment plans, set measurable goals, supervise PTAs and rehab aides, document care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited physical therapy program (BSPT/MSPT/DPT).
• Must be currently licensed/registered in the applicable state and maintain active status.
• New grads welcome to apply; 1 year experience preferred.
• CPR certification required upon hire or during orientation; must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaises with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics and make independent decisions when warranted.
• Understand and follow Life Care policies and compliance training requirements.
• Follow treatment plans; establish and modify goals; oversee PTAs and rehab staff.
• Chart appropriately and timely; use therapy software; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Decision making

Confidentiality

Customer service

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program; BSPT/MSPT/DPT

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

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'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
• 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