Physical Therapist - Therapy Coordinator

Theracare INC•West Lafayette, IN

14h

About The Position

Theracare is currently seeking a motivated Physical Therapist to deliver exemplary care and enthusiasm in working with our adult population in a skilled nursing home facility. Come and enjoy all that Theracare has to offer including: Company Paid Continuing Education Opportunities Easy access to local Regional Management Staff Flexible scheduling (to meet 40 hours) Employee Stock Option Program (ESOP) 401K with Match Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance benefits Company paid STD/LTD Insurance The Physical Therapist would evaluate and treat patients, in accordance with the orders from the physician, through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures designed to restore loss of muscle strength, coordination, body alignment, to relieve pain, improve movement and function. The Physical Therapist will work as a member of a team providing support and information within the area of Physical Therapy. The Physical Therapist will provide therapy services in locations including, but not limited to, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities or Home Health Care. Therapy Coordinator-acts as primary liaison between facility interdisciplinary team and therapy department. Main point of contact for communication, representing the therapy department at facility meetings and care conferences. Also responsible for managing patient/therapist schedules in keeping with patient treatment needs and in coordination with the primary therapy staff and MDS staff.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in Physical Therapy
Current state license/certification
Current registration with the American Physical Therapy Certification Board
Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness to provide therapy services in locations including, but not limited to, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities or Home Health Care
Demonstrate competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in specific therapy discipline
Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements

Nice To Haves

Prefer minimum one (1) year experience in rehabilitation

Responsibilities

evaluate and treat patients, in accordance with the orders from the physician
restore loss of muscle strength, coordination, body alignment, to relieve pain, improve movement and function
work as a member of a team providing support and information within the area of Physical Therapy
provide therapy services in locations including, but not limited to, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities or Home Health Care
acts as primary liaison between facility interdisciplinary team and therapy department
Main point of contact for communication, representing the therapy department at facility meetings and care conferences
responsible for managing patient/therapist schedules in keeping with patient treatment needs and in coordination with the primary therapy staff and MDS staff