Physical Therapist (PT) PRN POSITION

Life Care Centers of America; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Medina seeks a Physical Therapist to deliver direct rehab care. Candidates must have an accredited degree, an active state license, and demonstrate proficiency in care delivery standards. This role emphasizes patient engagement and efficient collaboration within an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• One year experience in post acute care preferred.
• Current active license in good standing required.
• CPR certification must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Follow treatment plans and modify goals as needed.
• Oversee and evaluate care given by PTAs and students.
• Exhibit customer service and positive attitudes.

Skills

Good body mechanics

Excellent customer service

Reasoning skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (BSPT, MSPT, or DPT)

Tools

Therapy software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Live the Mission 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 in post acute care or related setting preferred
• 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’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand 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