Full or Part Time Physiotherapist - Eugene - Valley West Health Care Center

Description

Population ServedLife Care Centers of America facilities operate asSkilled

Nursing Facilities (SNFs)that provide:Long term carefor residents who require

patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injuryCollaborative carethrough an

interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff

needsPatient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy

professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve

quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

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 RequirementsGraduate 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.

Specific Job RequirementsParticipates in community health matters/projects as appropriateProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mailLiaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc.

, to adequately plan for patient needsMust demonstrate good body mechanics at all timesMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to:
patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care'sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsFollow physical therapy treatment plans for patientsEstablish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goalsOversee and evaluate care given by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA studentsChart appropriately and timelyUtilize therapy software appropriately and accuratelyExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer