Physical Therapist PT - Avamere Olympic / Sequim, WA

Avamere; Sequim (WA); On-site; USD 128,943,360 - 186,251,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development

Life Insurance

Job summary

Avamere Olympic Rehab Sequim is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide and direct high-quality patient care, including evaluation, treatment planning, goal setting, and documentation, in alignment with professional standards and community needs. You will advocate for patients and collaborate with the rehab team to ensure safe, effective rehabilitation.

This full-time role offers flexible scheduling and per diem options, with wage ranges of $45.00–$65.00 per hour depending on

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy curriculum.
• Active CPR/BLS certification required.
• Current state licensure in physical therapy.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and payer sources.
• Professionalism and multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to patients according to licensure.
• Direct and supervise assistants and rehab staff per guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures to protect patients and staff.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for functional outcomes.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and reports.
• Communicate patient status to care teams and families.
• Participate in continuing education to update clinical skills.

Skills

Physical Therapy

CPR/BLS

Medicare knowledge

Multitasking

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Physical Therapist PT

Status: Full-Time & Per Diem schedules available!

Schedule: Flexible Scheduling!
Wage: $45.00 - $65.00 hourly DOE
Location: Avamere Olympic Rehab of Sequim - 1000 S 5th Avenue Sequim, WA 98382

Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Physical Therapist is to assist in providing and directing all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organization's guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients, and to all internal and external customers. Actively participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy to patients according to licensure
• Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students as applicable with state and federal guidelines
• Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one's personal protection and patient safety
• Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education
• Supports and participates in department operations and development
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care

Associate Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations pursuant to M.D. orders, payer authorizations, and facility/payer source guidelines
• Develops treatment plan and provides treatment, consistent with benefit and reimbursement level for the best functional outcome for the patients
• Educates staff, other health care professionals and third-party payer on the benefits and functional outcomes of interventions
• Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, weekly summaries, or monthly reports as required
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established by the Supervisor.
• Screens all individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention
• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety or self, patients, and others at all times
• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs, or techniques.
• Provides in-service training sessions or other educational presentations to company, team, or facility to enhance one's clinical and professional knowledge and skills
• Provides assistants and rehab aides clear directives concerning patients and treatment plans prior to initiation of patient care
• Confers with the Director of Rehab to develop and implement new programs and techniques to enhance program utilization
• Maintains appropriate state licensure, certification, and credentialing
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner
• Make appropriate referrals to other members of the rehab team

Requirements and Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Physical Therapy
• Able to practice unencumbered
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of residents' rights
• Exudes professionalism in presentation
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.