Physical Therapist PT Bonus Offered

Sweetwater Care; Scenic Heights (TN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Scenic Heights, TN is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to provide rehabilitative therapy in a skilled nursing environment. You will work with seniors to improve function and quality of life, following regulatory and clinical practice standards.

The role reports to Rehabilitation Director and involves patient evaluation, treatment planning, documentation in the electronic system, and collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy or related field.
• Active state license.

Responsibilities

• Screen/evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develop an appropriate plan of care.
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support interventions.
• Provide rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment per regulatory requirements.
• Document treatment minutes and progress in the electronic documentation system.
• Communicate with supervisors and health team members about progress and plans.
• Prepare discharge summaries per clinical requirements.

Skills

Caring

Dynamic

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy or related field

Active state license

Job description

$50-$65 per hour DPOE

We are currently seeking a caring and dynamic Physical Therapist who is looking for an opportunity to share your skills and experience with the best rehabilitation team. You will work in a skilled nursing environment, making a tremendous difference in the lives of your patients and helping them regain a quality of life. If you have a true passion for providing seniors with unparalleled short- and long-term care, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you

Why Join Us?

We believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being

• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most

• Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally

• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $48 - $55 per hour DPOA

BONUS: $5000 sign on bonus

JOB SUMMARY:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing rehabilitative therapy to patients upon referral for cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders following all regulatory and clinical practice requirements. This includes recovery, improvement in function and when possible, a return to a prior level of functioning. Clinical documentation will describe objective measures and justification for continued or discontinued services.

This position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services.

JOB DUTIES:

• Effectively screens/evaluates patients and/ with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develops appropriate plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards.

• Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.

• Provides rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.

• Administers various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including but not limited to: ADL retraining; therapeutic activities; therapeutic exercises; modalities; use of supportive and assistive devices; etc.

• Assesses patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.

• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.

• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the patients’ physical disorders.

• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.

• Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.

• Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and maintains patient records according to company policy.

• Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.

• Participation in required meetings including but not limited to: patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, etc.

• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.

• Able to supervise and support physical therapist assistants; rehabilitation aides and/or students.

• Adherence to State Required practice acts, code of conduct, ethics during professional practice as an Physical Therapist.

• Adherence to Company requires policy, procedures and code of conduct.

• Active State Licensure

Other duties, responsibilities and actives may change or be assigned to you at any time with or without notice, from DOR or NHA.

REQUIREMENTS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy or related field

• Active state license