Physical Therapist (PT)

This is a PRN Physical Therapist role at

Renaissance

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

Conduct and completes mandatory  Code of

Conduct and 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