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Life Care Centers of Charleston

Life Care Center of Charleston, SC
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<li>Mentorship programs available--new grads welcome!</li>
<li>In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments</li>
<li>Part of a network of almost 200 facilities in 27 states</li>
<li>Continuing education and growth opportunities</li>
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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: 
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<li>Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy, BSPT, MSPT, or DPT (2003 or later must have MSPT or DPT)</li>
<li>Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.</li>
<li>One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply</li>
<li>CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.</li>
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Specific Job Requirements: 
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<li>Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail</li>
<li>Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs</li>
<li>Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times</li>
<li>Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action</li>
<li>Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility</li>
<li>Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department</li>
<li>Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation</li>
<li>Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.</li>
<li>Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information</li>
<li>Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures</li>
<li>Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training</li>
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Essential Functions: 
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<li>Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients</li>
<li>Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals</li>
<li>Oversee and evaluate care given by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students</li>
<li>Chart appropriately and timely</li>
<li>Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately</li>
<li>Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients</li>
<li>Assist in the evacuation of patients</li>
<li>Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance</li>
<li>Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment</li>
<li>Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team</li>
<li>Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours</li>
<li>Read, write, speak, and understand the English language</li>
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Physical Therapist (PT)

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