Overview

Come see why Wesley Enhanced Living is Ranked #4 in the Nation as a Best Workplace in our industry!

At Wesley Enhanced Living (WEL) our employees love what they do because we have created an environment of possibilities to help them learn, grow, and have the opportunity to make an impact each and every day. You cannot realize your full potential without an organization that makes your growth a priority. 

Now is the time to join our team and continue your journey with an organization that will support your efforts and reward your accomplishments. WEL is ranked #4 in the nation on the 2021 Fortune Best Workplaces in Aging Services list, and has been a Certified Great Place to Work for the past four years in a row. We got here because of our amazingly talented employees and their commitment to our mission of making a compelling difference in the lives of our residents! Are you looking for an environment where everyone cares as much as you do and is as dedicated as you are? This is what sets WEL apart!

We invite you to visit: www.WELcareers.org to learn more about our 130 year young organization, our enhanced living philosophy, and our award winning team of employees. We welcome your application and look forward to learning more about your goals and why you would like to work at WEL.

Over 90% of Wesley Enhanced Living residents have received the COVID-19 vaccination. For the safety and protection of our residents, employees, and visitors our organization requires that all staff members receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

ABOUT US

Wesley Enhanced Living (WEL) is a non-profit organization with six senior living communities in the Greater Philadelphia area. Our employees provide excellence in service, innovation to meet ever changing needs, and teamwork to make a compelling difference in the lives of our residents. A sense of community has developed from a mutual respect for each other. Our employees are encouraged to share their voice and ideas, so we may enhance our strengths and identify opportunities for continued improvement. Here, you will be able to help shape the future of our organization by cultivating and enhancing our award-winning culture. These are not just words on a page, they represent who we are and what we believe; and we have the recognition to prove it. Together, we can make a difference!

At WEL, we are committed to taking care of our employees by providing a positive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive rate of pay along with a full suite of benefits to support your health, financial well-being, work/life balance, as well as your professional development.

Apply today and imagine the possibilities!

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Responsibilities

As part of the interdisciplinary team, the Physical Therapist (PT) promotes and maintains the functional performance, physical mobility and well being of the residents through the implementation of physical therapy services. The Physical Therapist develops and implements services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of residents suffering from injuries, aging or disease. They restore, maintain, and promote overall fitness and health. The Physical Therapist directs resident participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The Physical Therapist demonstrates ability to adapt examination techniques and treatment plans according to the needs of the resident. Demonstrates optimal case management of residents. Follows regulations, standards and proper procedures for documentation. Assumes a caseload appropriate to area. Follows proper procedures for billing. Follows proper procedures for insurance benefits. Seeks opportunities to enhance the services of the Rehab department.

Physical Therapist (PT) essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop, establish goals, implement, evaluate and re-evaluate individualized Physical therapy treatment plans for Wesley Enhanced Living Residents at multiple sites.
• Performs appropriate evaluations and treatment to residents including activities of daily living and range of motion exercises to improve residents ability.
• Use discharge planning skills to promote independence and maximize function .
• Demonstrates PT knowledge, skill and ability when developing systems, for planning, coordinating, evaluating, and implementing PT programs that ensure safe and efficient and therapeutically effective rehabilitation.
• Instructs resident, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the PT program.
• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop activities consistent with each resident’s needs and capabilities.
• Complies with federal, state regulations and accreditation standards related to long-term care with regard to rehabilitation services.
• Documents daily treatments/evaluations and services provided. Maintains weekly progress notes and clinical documentation in resident medical record. Completes necessary rehab section of Minimum Data Set (MDS) within required time frame.
• Submits monthly billing data to Finance Department.
• Represent PT at required meetings on resident care, staffing and other subjects, under the direction of the Director of Rehabilitation Services.

• Promotes effective and positive working relationships among rehab staff, residents and other Wesley Enhanced Living departments.

• Supervises and directs Certified Physical Therapy Assistants and Aides.

• Follow Universal Precautions, Infection Control and Safety policies.

• Maintain confidentiality relative to resident care and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Regulations

• Communicates essential information to the interdisciplinary team in regard to resident care and progress.

• Ensure that residents and families enjoy the best possible service, in a caring and compassionate atmosphere where the individual’s needs and rights are recognized and respected.

• Performs other related tasks within the scope of resident rehabilitation and Wesley Enhanced Living employee responsibility.

• Participate in educational and professional programs related to elder care, rehabilitation and quality improvement.

• Maintain knowledge of current physical therapy field developments.

• Maintain license and registrations.

• Is knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.

• Ensure the confidentiality of all resident and/or employee-related information.

• Meets with resident/responsible party regarding therapy issues and concerns; answer questions and solve problems; investigate and respond to complaints initiated by residents, responsible party, staff, or family members.

• Supports, cooperates with, and implements Wesley Enhanced Living procedures and programs for:

• Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
• Confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations data.
• Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• Compliance with WEL’s “Drug Free Workplace” policy in order to provide a safe work environment.
• Follow universal precautions and monitor staff performance of universal precautions.
• Ensure the department and staff meet the “Enhanced Living Standards”
• Attend and actively participate in management meetings. Communicate and interface with multi-site management team in order to integrate objectives and activities.
• Provide periodic reports as required.
• Attends seminars, conferences and in-house staff development programs to stay abreast of new methods and technologies for rehabilitation services and health care administration.
• Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job, but which may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances.

Qualifications

Related Experience: Three to five years of experience in skilled nursing facility setting. Demonstrates sincere interest in working with frail senior participants. Demonstrates ability to work as part of the interdisciplinary team and make meaningful contributions to the development of the plan of care

Education or Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited school of Physical Therapy. Must be a Physical Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the American Physical Therapy Association and certified by the American Physical Therapy Association under its requirements

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations: Must have current unrestricted licensed as required in the state of Pennsylvania. Must be registered with the American Physical Therapy Certification Board

A Drug-Free Workplace . Equal Opportunity Employer