Life Care Center of Puyallup makes patient and resident care its top priority. Focusing on inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation with 24-hour skilled nursing care, our in-house teams of therapists and nurses use state-of-the-art equipment and therapies to meet the needs of each resident.

Benefits:

* Full-time: $40/hr - $50/hr DOE | PRN: $50/hr - $55/hr DOE

• Sign-on Bonus: $5,000
• Flexible Schedules: Sun-Thurs, Mon-Fri, Tues-Sat
• New Grad Mentorship Growth: Mentorship programs, continuing education, career advancement
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, ADD, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401K, Education Assistance
• Employee Perks: Referral rewards, discount programs, recognition programs, wellness program
• In-house rehab programs in a supportive, empowering environment
• Nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
  Position Summary:
  The PT - Physical Therapist provides direct rehab care in physical therapy 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 (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.
  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 and procedures as well as the 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 but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
  * Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
  * Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
  * Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
  * Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes 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 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
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