Physical Therapist (PT)

Canon Lodge Care Center Is Part Of Life Care Centers Of America, The Largest, Privately-owned Nursing Home Company In The United States. We Are Looking For a Passionate Licensed Physical Therapist To Join The Rehab Team For Our 60-bed Skilled Nursing Home In Canon City, Colorado. Accolades \"800 Club\" membership in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com. 5-Star CMS Rating for Quality Measures 4.6 Google star rating out of 81 Google reviews Compensation Range Full Time: $42 to $52 PRN: $50 to $55 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Life Care Centers of America