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Avamere

Physical Therapist PT - Salem Transitional Care

Avamere, Oregon, Pennsylvania, United States

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Join Our Passionate & Purposeful In-House Therapy Team!

Physical Therapist (PT) Status:

PRN ONLY

Location:

Salem Transitional Care - 3445 Boone Rd SE, Salem, OR 97317

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Teamavamere.com

As a Physical Therapist with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere provides in-house therapy in our facilities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care. At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members.

Reasons to Join Avamere:

In-House Therapy

Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments

Therapist-Run

Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education

Manageable Productivity Expectations

Flexible Schedule Options

PRN Available

Career Advancement & Development

New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

Benefits

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.

401(k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.

EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.

Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.

Generous employee referral bonus program.

Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).

Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

The purpose of this position is to provide and direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organization's guidelines, professional standards, and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients, and to all internal and external customers. Actively participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

Key Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy to patients according to licensure.

Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides and students as applicable with State and Federal Guidelines.

Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one’s personal protection and patient safety.

Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education.

Supports and participates in department operations and development.

Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care.

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved curriculum in Physical Therapy

Must be a licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Oregon

In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources

Full knowledge of resident’s rights

Exudes professionalism in presentation

Ability to multitask

Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English fluently

Must have a current and active CPR/BLS Certification

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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