Physical Therapist (PT)

$10,000

Sign on Bonus!

University

Park Care Center in Pueblo, CO

Pueblo is in southern Colorado where we welcome sunshine

and warmer temperatures throughout the year. This amazing town has

so many activities that both individuals and families can enjoy. We

have the historic and beautiful riverwalk with many restaurants and

activities. We are home to the Colorado State Fair and the amazing

Chile and Frijoles festival. You can enjoy year-round outdoor

activities like camping, hiking, biking, boating and water sports

on the 10,000 acres of land at Lake Pueblo State Park and the 4600

Acres of surface water at the Pueblo Reservoir. This great city has

a lower cost of living where you can enjoy ALL the perks of

Colorado right in your backyard.

Mentorship programs

available new grads welcome

Shared position to float

between University Park and Pueblo (Travel reimbursement available)

Part of a network of

nearly 200 facilities in 26 states

In-house rehab programs

with empowering work environments

Continuing education and

growth opportunities.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer