What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist ~ PT position at Willow Tree Care Center?
Job Title: Physical Therapist (PT)
Location: Willow Tree Care Center, Delta, CO
Skilled Nursing Community
Compensation: $40-$50/hour DOE, Full, Part Time & PRN Schedules
Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, 401(k) with company match, Paid Time-Off, Flexibility, Tuition Assistance, Company-Sponsored Training, Free Meals, Referral Program, etc.
About Us: Willow Tree is part of Stellar Senior Living, a premier skilled nursing and memory care provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012, we have experienced consistent growth and are looking for top talent to join our team.
Job Function: The Physical Therapist will design and implement individualized programs of physical therapy, including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize patient progress toward achieving functional goals.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Knowledge and skills to care for patients' physical and developmental needs.
- Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations.
- Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)-approved physical therapy program.
- At least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide.
- Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists.
- Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever appropriate.
- Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
- Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients' functional goals.
- Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans, and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
- Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops.
- Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.
- Demonstrates ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient to fulfill job requirements.
- Functions independently with integrity, flexibility, and works well with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $40 - $50
