Physical Therapist - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Lutheran SeniorLife 83158.40 US Dollar . USD Per annum
2024-11-16 18:50:23
Butler, Pennsylvania, United States
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Healthcare & Medical
Job description
We are offering a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus (to be paid throughout the first year of employment).
Starts at an annual salary of $83,158.40.
Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.
Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.
Rehabilitation services are dedicated to helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence and bridging the transition from illness to wellness at home and community, by emphasizing the restoration of mobility and function. Join us in providing an Abundant Life to patients, participants, residents and their families on our campuses and within their home communities.
The Physical Therapist provides quality Physical Therapy services including resident/patient/client assessment, evaluation, care planning, treatment and consultation in an interdisciplinary environment at Lutheran SeniorLife facilities/agencies including, as assigned, skilled nursing facilities, LIFE programs, home health and/or outpatient clinics.
This position supports LIFE of Butler County and its Participants primarily throughout Butler and the surrounding areas.
Evaluates residents/patients/clients (upon physician referral), establishes the Physical Therapy plan of care, initiates treatment and modifies the plan of care as necessary, according to the principles and practices of Physical Therapy.
Completes assessments or screens all residents/patients/clients of the facility/agency on admission and at regular intervals to identify the need for skilled intervention.
Completes all documentation and record keeping related to the provision of Physical Therapy services in a timely and accurate manner, following established guidelines.
Participates in the interdisciplinary care plan process and communicates to residents/patients/clients, families, caregivers and other health care professionals regarding the coordination of care and discharge planning.
Participates in the operation of the Rehabilitation department according to department policies and procedures, i.e., infection control, safety.
Complies with all facility/agency policies & procedures.
Contributes to the planning, implementation, evaluation and quality management of clinical, department and facility/agency programs.
Participates in in-service programming and provides appropriate consultation and training to facility/agency staff.
Participates in internal caseload development and, as requested, external marketing activities.
Directs and supervises the clinical performance of assigned assistants, techs and students.
Complies with Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Practice Act and all federal and state regulations applicable to the assigned site -Skilled Nursing facilities, PACE/LIFE programs, Home Health programs, Outpatient Clinics.
Attends Rehab department meetings and participates in all mandatory in-service programs specific to the Rehab.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university with a degree in Physical Therapy; masters or doctoral preferred.
One (1) to two (2) years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience working with senior population.
Working knowledge of computer software required for documentation and communication.
Maintains current PA license as Physical Therapist including meeting continuing education requirements.
Benefits
Lutheran SeniorLife offers growth opportunities and a variety of benefits including but not limited to:
based on employment status
FREE Benefit Model for Full-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. ( No per-pay contributions for Single Coverage)
Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays
Low-Cost Benefit Model for Eligible Part-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
Additional Medical, Dental, Vision Options for Employees and Family Members
Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options
Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer sponsored retirement savings plan
Optional enrollment in a Flexible Spending Account
Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs
Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement or Vehicle Program for Eligible Employees
Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program
Flexible Schedule
Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.