Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist

Life Care Center of Skagit Valley is a long-term care and post-acute care facility, well known for its extraordinary customer service, high-quality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale and retention. We are currently looking for a PRN Physical Therapist to join our team.

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.
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.

Benefits

• PRN: $50-$60/hr DOE.
• Mentorship programs available - new grads welcome.
• Continuing education and growth opportunities.
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states.
• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments.