Physical Therapist ~ PT

Physical Therapist – Willow Tree Care Center (Delta, CO) Physical Therapist. Full, Part Time & PRN. Pay Rate: $35/hr – $50/hr DOE. Benefits Offered Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance 401(k) with company match Paid Time-Off Flexible schedules Tuition assistance Company-sponsored training Free meals Referral program Other benefits About Us Willow Tree is part of Stellar Senior Living, a premier skilled nursing and memory care provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012, we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We are looking for top talent to join our team and continue this journey with us. Functions The Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. The Physical Therapist will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff. Qualifications Knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population age groups that will be receiving services. Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations. Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program. At least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide. Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Effective communication skills, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Ability to make independent decisions and solve practical problems. Active listening and objective evaluation of social situations. Integrity, flexibility, and teamwork with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Compliance with community and company policies on safety, infection control, emergency response, and resident rights. Knowledge of Employee Handbook policies. Ability to perform related duties as assigned. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients’ functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever appropriate. Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care. Directs support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals. Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes. Practices hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans; regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures. Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature. Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from asking prospective employees to disclose any age-related information. Therefore, Colorado applicants are not required to disclose their age, date of birth, dates of schooling or graduation, or other age-related information. Furthermore, Colorado applicants may wish to redact age-related information from their application materials, such as resumes or schooling transcripts. #J-18808-Ljbffr