Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Center of Michigan City seeks a Physical Therapist to deliver direct rehab care to patients per physician referral, adhering to laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. You will be part of a facility that offers in-house rehab, supports a large network of skilled nursing centers, and provides ongoing education and growth opportunities.

Qualifications include a degree in physical therapy (BSPT/MSPT/DPT), current state licensure, CPR certification, and a preference for 1 year

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (BSPT/MSPT/DPT)
• Currently licensed/registered in the applicable state and in good standing
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation and maintained during employment

Responsibilities

• Follow and implement physical therapy treatment plans for patients
• Establish and adjust measurable patient goals
• Oversee care by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
• Document charts promptly and accurately
• Use therapy software correctly and communicate with the care team
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and families
• Maintain professional relationships and confidentiality
• Follow all company policies and code of conduct

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

BSPT

MSPT

DPT

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

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

Life Care Center of Michigan City, MI

• In-house rehab programs
  
• Part of a network of 200+ skilled nursing facilities
• Continuing education and 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’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