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We are seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic, goal oriented and team player to join our team as a Physical Therapist.

PT will be working one-on-one and as part of a team with rehabilitation patients in our in-patient subacute facility. Candidate will be exposed to the latest rehabilitation approaches and equipment, providing an excellent opportunity for those pursuing direct patient care and physical therapy.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Provides patient treatments which meet patient needs and uses current treatment knowledge in accordance with clinical procedures.

Writes accurate, complete, and clear documentation in accordance regulatory, licensing, payor, and accrediting requirements

Consistently demonstrates facility interdisciplinary approach to patient care.

Contributes to professional development of self and others.

Aids in building and maintaining facility’s reputation as an unparalleled provider of rehab to the elderly by contribution as a professional member of the staff.

Demonstrates safe working practices.

Required Skills

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of Physical Therapy evaluation and treatment techniques.

Able to supervise and direct assistants and aides.

Understanding the principles of physical modalities employed in Physical Therapy.

Knowledge of use of prosthetic devices, ambulatory aides, assistive and resistive devices, and training.

Knowledge of medical terminology.

Ability to work with all types and levels of patients.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

+ Current Physical Therapist Registration/State Licensure

Physical Demands:

+ Must be able to lift and transfer patients to and from all surfaces a minimum of 10 times per day.

+ Must be able to lift approximately 50-70 pounds a minimum of 10 times per day.

+ Must be proficient with use of hands for repetitive grasping, pushing-pulling, and fine motor manipulation.

+ PT will spend approximately 60-80% of time bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching while working with therapy patients

+ PT may spend approximately 60-80% of time standing/walking.

+ PTshould be knowledgeable in and exercise good body mechanics during patient treatment.