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About Us
Lifepoint Health’s Central Kentucky market is comprised of four acute care, community-based hospitals, with over 50 outpatient clinics that provide comprehensive healthcare in the Bluegrass region. Bluegrass Community Hospital (Versailles, KY), Bourbon Community Hospital (Paris, KY), Clark Regional Medical Center (Winchester, KY), and Georgetown Community Hospital (Georgetown, KY) are committed to our mission of making communities healthier. As an integrated network, our facilities have the ability and resources to develop opportunities for professional growth and advancement to accomplish your career goals. We take pride in personalized patient care backed by high-quality designations to support a culture of safety for both employees and patients. Get back to the heart of your community by caring for your neighbors -- join our team today!
A Career with Us Offers:
· Newly Adjusted Competitive Pay Rates
· Paid Time Off (PTO)
· Extended Illness Benefit (EIB)
· Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
· Choice of Insurance Plans (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)
· Educational Assistance
· Bereavement Leave
· 401(k) Match
· Free Parking
Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients. Prepares appropriate outcome tools and categorical / functional limitations to assess G-codes.
Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.
Administers treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.
Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.
Follows Infection Control and Safety guidelines.
Minimum EducationX Graduate of a Program in Discipline X Required
X Bachelor’s degree X Required
X Master's degree X Preferred
X Doctoral degree X Preferred
Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Ability to quickly learn how to navigate multiple complex software systems.Must be able to communicate with the ability to read, write, speak and understand EnglishMust be able to successfully complete Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire
Certifications:X Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR
Licenses:State of Kentucky Physical Therapy License within 6 months of hire
Minimum Work ExperienceOne - two years clinical experience preferred.
