Physical Therapist (PT)

Recover-Care; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Annual evaluations

PTO

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

Electronic records

Employee events

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a Physical Therapist to develop individualized therapy programs, perform assessments, and implement treatment plans to maximize patient progress toward functional goals. You will collaborate with other health professionals and support staff to ensure high-quality care.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Physical Therapy, current state license, and strong communication skills. This onsite role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program (Bachelors/Masters/Doctorate).
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Proficiency with applicable state and federal standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and evaluate functional needs.
• Design and implement a plan of care based on assessment.
• Coordinate care with other health professionals.
• Direct support staff to achieve goals.
• Document evaluations, goals, and plans; maintain records and signatures.
• Participate in continuing education and stay current with literature.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel availability

Education

Physical Therapy degree (Bachelors/Masters/Doctorate)

State PT license

Job description

Physical Therapist

• 401K(Matching up to 2%)


• Annual Performance Evaluations


• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave


• Health Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Disability Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Electronic Documentation


• Employee Appreciation Events

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the development of an individualized therapy program consisting of physical 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.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• 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 facility and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.


• Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.


• Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge and skills to care for patient needs of the SNF population


• Must possess problem solving skills to successfully perform job


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Strong customer service orientation.


• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with other employees, patients, and family members


• Ability to travel as needed to perform job

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy.


• Proficiency with all applicable state, federal, and professional standards


• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Physical Requirements:

• Duties require extensive standing and walking.


• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and\/or transferring patients.


• Duties require frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.