Job Type: Full-time, PRN
Wage Range: $32 - $40, $40 - $45 DOE
Schedules Available: Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday
New Grads Welcome
Benefits(full-time):
- Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
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Flexible scheduling
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Student loan repayment
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Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
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401(k) retirement plan with company match
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Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
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Life insurance, short/long term disability
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts
Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:
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Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
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Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
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Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
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A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
Patient 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 PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
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Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
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Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
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One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
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CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
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Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
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Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
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Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
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Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
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Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
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Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
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Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
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Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
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Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
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Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
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Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
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Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
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Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
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Chart appropriately and timely
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Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
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Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
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Assist in the evacuation of patients
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Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
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Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
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Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
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Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
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Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
