Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist

Join our large and supportive rehab team with a dedicated subacute rehab floor, two long-term care floors, a community in-house outpatient program, and in-house therapy services at our neighboring sister ALF center. This is a wonderful opportunity for new graduates as the team boasts a wealth of experience, mentoring students and each other, as well as having a varied patient population. Life Care of Longmont has excellent longevity in the leadership team, making it a great place to grow your career!

Job Description

• Provide direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
• 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.

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.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time positions.
• 12-week mentorship programs available; new grads welcome.
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states.
• In-house therapy programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams.
• Continuing education and growth opportunities.

Community Overview

Life Care of Longmont is committed to community health matters/projects as appropriate. We maintain professional working relationships with all associates and vendors while ensuring confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information. We adhere to Life Care's Code of Conduct and complete mandatory compliance training.