Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Physical Therapist to deliver direct rehab care to patients upon physician referral, in compliance with all laws and Life Care standards. The role requires an accredited PT degree and active state licensure, with preferred 1 year of experience. CPR must be current.

Responsibilities include planning patient needs with families and departments, documenting progress, and contributing to interdisciplinary teams while upholding professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (BSPT/MSPT/DPT) or equivalent.
• Currently registered/licensed in the applicable state and maintain active license.
• One year of experience preferred; new grads are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaisons with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
• Establish, assess, and modify functional goals for patients.
• Provide direct rehab care following physician referrals and Life Care standards.
• Maintain patient rights, safety, and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Education

Physical Therapy degree (BSPT/MSPT/DPT)

Licensed in applicable state

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email client

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