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Life Care Centers of America

Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America, Crawfordsville, Indiana, United States, 47939

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Physical Therapist Location: Crawfordsville, IN Salary: $50.00 - $50.00

Position Summary The Physical Therapist provides direct rehabilitation care 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; if graduated 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 obtained 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, procedures, 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 patient rights, safety, and sanitation.

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 completing 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 toward 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.

Perform physically required tasks such as 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

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

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