Physical Therapist

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! The physical therapist is responsible for proving physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the personnel services agreement. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessing and evaluating therapeutic, rehabilitative, functional status and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM – potential for rehab. Directing physical therapy treatment. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family /caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device. Participates in discharge planning for patient and in peer consultation process. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated and provides Inservice education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed. When therapy is only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two weeks. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: Required Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy approved by an accredited organization. Preferred Degree: Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy approved by an accredited organization. Certificate(s): PT License and CPR certification, if required by state Experience: 2 Years KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY: Ability to show compassion and understanding. Knowledge in HIPAA laws and confidentiality policies. Ability to create and implement treatment plans based on patients’ specific condition and needs. Ability to evaluate, conduct and development customized treatment plans based on findings. Strong observation, time management, detail orientation, communication and interpersonal skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to stand, sit, talk, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 100 lbs. Ability to operate various equipment base on department. The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery alarms, medical codes or alarms. Four hearing requirements listed: In person speech, Telephone, Other remote speech and other sounds. Clarity of Vision: For near visual acuity Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers. For far visual acuity, Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well. For peripheral vision, observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point. Compensation Pay Range: $35.09 - $44.59 per hour Reasonable Pay Estimate A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $35.09 - $44.59 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity. For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays 403(b) with a 3% employer match Fitness center use at most facilities. Various voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D Tuition assistance and scholarships Employee assistance program Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program Pet Insurance For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org. Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances. We believe we are a great place to work. Covenant Living & CovenantCare at Home are faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) & Home Health organization. From the establishment of our first community – Covenant Home of Chicago in 1886 – to becoming the fifth-largest not-for-profit CCRC sponsor in the LeadingAge Ziegler Top 150, our goal has been to provide outstanding care and services to senior adults. We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life. These are the standards of behavior we hold ourselves to in serving our residents. Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed. Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions. Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties. Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations. We believe in making a difference in other’s lives. We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.

Salary : $35 - $45