Physical Therapist (PT) Sign-on Bonus

Life Care Center of Sandpoint is located in a picturesque town on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille. Residents enjoy year-round recreational activities, from skiing at Schweitzer Mountain Resort to boating and fishing on the lake. Sandpoint's vibrant arts community, local festivals, and scenic beauty make it an exceptional place to live and work.

Life Care Center of Sandpoint is an in-house therapy program in a collaborative team environment with reasonable efficiency standards that empower our therapists to create high quality outcomes for our patients and residents.

We offer:

Full-time: $50 - 57/hr DOE

Sign-on Bonus: $7,500

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $250 per month for up to three years. $9,000 over three years.

State-of-the-Art Therapy Gym: Our facility features a modern gym equipped with the latest modalities and innovative therapy programs designed to support your professional growth and help you excel as a therapist.

Low Productivity Expectations: Enjoy the flexibility to truly connect with your patients and provide personalized care with some of the lowest productivity expectations in the industry.

Flexible Scheduling: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling options. Choose your preferred workdays to best suit your personal needs.

Patient-Centered, In-House Therapy Programs: Be part of a team that prioritizes patient care with in-house therapy programs tailored to individual needs.

Mentorship Programs: Support for new grads and opportunities for ongoing professional development through mentorship.

Extensive Network: Become part of a network of nearly 200 skilled nursing facilities, providing you with vast opportunities for career growth.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Our benefits package is competitive within the industry, offering health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) options, and paid time off, making us a top choice among healthcare professionals.

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