Physical Therapist PT - Avamere Tacoma

Physical Therapist (PT)

Status: Full-Time

Rate:  $47 - $55/hr DOE

Location: Avamere at Pacific Ridge- 3625 East B St, Tacoma, WA 98404 & Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound- 630 S Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 

Apply online at www.TeamAvamere.com

Reasons to Join Avamere:

• In-House Therapy


• Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments


• Therapist-Run


• Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education


• Manageable Productivity Expectations


• Flexible Schedule Options


• Career Advancement & Development


• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

The purpose of this position is to provide and direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organization's guidelines, professional standards, and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients, and to all internal and external customers. Actively participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.


• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.  


• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.


• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.


• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.


• Generous employee referral bonus program.


• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).


• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.


• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides physical therapy to patients according to licensure


• Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides and students as applicable with State and Federal Guidelines


• Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one’s personal protection and patient safety


• Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education


• Supports and participates in department operations and development


• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Physical Therapy


• Able to practice unencumbered


• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards


• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources


• Full knowledge of resident’s rights


• Exudes professionalism in presentation


• Ability to multitask


• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English


• CPR certification

 Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

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