Physical Therapist (PT)

Recover-Care; Wathena (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Performance Evaluations

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Electronic Documentation

Employee Events

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a Physical Therapist to develop individualized therapy programs, perform assessments, and collaborate with health professionals to maximize a patient’s functional progress.

The role requires a PT license and a degree in Physical Therapy, with SNF experience preferred. You will document care plans, educate patients, and contribute to a positive facility environment.

On-site position in Kansas with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program (Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate).
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Knowledge to care for SNF patient needs and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates needs and outcomes, and adjusts plans.
• Designs and implements a care plan based on assessments and family involvement.
• Conducts therapy within defined standards of care.
• Directs support staff to help achieve patient goals.
• Communicates with other professionals to support positive outcomes.
• Follows facility policies, safety, and infection control standards.
• Documents evaluations, goals, and plans; maintains sign-offs.
• Pursues professional growth through in-service and workshops.

Skills

SNF patient care

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Organization & attention to detail

Customer service

Staff and patient communication

Travel as needed

Education

PT degree (Bachelors/Masters/PhD)

State PT license

Proficiency with standards

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.