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Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Center of Skagit Valley

  • Sedro-Woolley, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • $43–$55 Per Hour

Highlights

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide: Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSedro-Woolley, WA
Salary$43–$55 Per Hour

Description

Job Type: Full-time, PRN

Wage Range: $43 - $55/hr DOE 

Schedule: Monday - Friday (flexible hours)

Sign-on Bonus: $7,500

 

Benefits(full-time):  

  • Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement 
  • Flexible scheduling 
  • Student loan repayment
  • Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles 
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match 
  • Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
  • Life insurance, short/long term disability 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts 

 

Setting & Population Served 

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide: 

  • Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance 
  • Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury 
  • Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together 
  • 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. 

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 preferred; new grads welcome to apply
  • 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

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