At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide direct rehab care and support to patients in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Life Care Center, a leader in rehabilitation services with a focus on community health.
- Benefits: Flexible scheduling, continuing education, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to professional development and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in physical therapy.
- Qualifications: Must be a licensed Physical Therapist with a passion for patient care.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
- Life Care Center of Chesterfield, MO
- In-house rehab programs
- Flexible scheduling
- Continuing education and growth opportunities
- 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’s Code of Conductand completes mandatory Code 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
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Physical Therapist (PT) in Chesterfield employer: Life Care Centers of America
Life Care Center of Chesterfield is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development through flexible scheduling and continuing education opportunities. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration among interdisciplinary teams, ensuring that our Physical Therapists can provide the highest quality care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance in a community-focused environment.
Contact Details:
Life Care Centers of America Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Physical Therapist (PT) in Chesterfield
Physical Therapy
Patient Care
CPR Certification
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Communication Skills
Body Mechanics
