Job Type: Full-time, PRN
Salary Range: $43 - $53, $50 - $55 based on experience
New Graduates Encouraged to Apply
Benefits (for full-time positions):
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Flexible work schedules
- Assistance with student loan repayment
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement into leadership positions
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Paid vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that starts accruing immediately
- Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
- Medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts
Work Environment & Population Served
Our facilities function as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that offer:
- Long-term care for residents needing ongoing skilled assistance and compassionate daily support
- Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for individuals recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
- Collaborative care through a team approach involving nursing, therapy, and medical staff
- A diverse patient demographic including those with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
The patient mix may vary slightly by location. As a therapy professional, you will play a crucial role in helping patients achieve functional improvements and enhance their quality of life in a supportive, patient-focused setting.
Position Overview
The Physical Therapist (PT) delivers direct rehabilitation services in physical therapy to patients referred by physicians, adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program, holding a BSPT, MSPT, or DPT (those graduating in 2003 or later must possess an MSPT or DPT)
- Current registration/licensure in the applicable state, with an active license in good standing throughout employment
- Preferred one (1) year of experience; new graduates are welcome to apply
- CPR certification required upon hire or to be obtained during orientation, with ongoing maintenance of certification during employment
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Engage in community health initiatives and projects as appropriate
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication
- Coordinate with patients, families, and support departments to effectively address patient needs
- Exhibit proper body mechanics at all times
- Make independent decisions when necessary
- Familiarity with practices, procedures, and regulations governing operations in post-acute care settings
- Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
- Demonstrate proficiency in all competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
- Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, vendors, and others
- Safeguard the confidentiality of all proprietary and sensitive information
- Adhere to company policies, including those related to harassment and compliance
- Exhibit integrity and professionalism by following the organization’s Code of Conduct and completing required compliance training
Essential Duties
- Implement physical therapy treatment plans for patients
- Set, evaluate, and adjust realistic, measurable, and functional goals
- Supervise and assess care provided by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students
- Document care accurately and in a timely manner
- Utilize therapy software effectively and accurately
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the safe evacuation of patients when necessary
- Demonstrate reliable and consistent attendance
- Employ reasoning skills and sound judgment
- Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
- Engage in various physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving throughout working hours
- Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer