BrightStar Care of Greater Chester County
Physical Therapist
BrightStar Care of Greater Chester County, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States, 19388
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Free uniforms
We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level, on a flexible schedule, and with the recognition and benefits you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of Greater Chester County ("BrightStar Care") employees uphold A "Higher Standard" of Care.
Job Overview
BrightStar Care’s Physical Therapists are responsible for evaluating the patient’s condition and develop an individualized plan of care tailored to each patient based on the physician’s orders. They help patients manage pain and improve mobility, stability, balance and safety to improve quality of life.
As a Physical Therapist, you are responsible for:
Contacting with clients under a wide variety of circumstances. Care provided in client’s living environment with varying situations or in an institution such as a hospital. May be required to respond to emergency situations. Position includes tasks that have the potential for exposure to blood and other potentially infectious material (OPIM) such as body fluids/tissues
Requirements
Graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or higher degree in physical therapy from an accredited physical therapy program.
Passed the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)
Fulfilled all other state required examination.
Compliant with continuing education, within state requirements as a condition of maintaining licensure.
Comply with all state mandated Physical Therapy Practice Act and other legal mandates.
Licensed or certified to practice as a physical therapist as required by the state.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Facility/home health experience and interpersonal skills.
Ability to safely manage patients utilizing proper body mechanics.
Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, theory, methods and evidence-based practice.
Comply with accepted professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.
Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with patients and staff.
Treat patients, families and staff with courtesy and respect.
Adhere to HIPAA and maintain patient confidentiality.
Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have empathy for the needs of the client.
About BrightStar Care
Now with over 300 independently owned and operated locations nationwide, BrightStar Care clinical professionals deliver professional and compassionate care in the comfort and familiarity of home. We can provide an unequaled range of in-home care services from companionship, toileting and hygiene assistance to in-home blood draws, our services are available around the clock to meet our clients' every need. Learn more at brightstarcare.com.
What We Offer:
At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide a best-in-class benefits package, including:
Part of team with RN oversight
Highly competitive hourly rates
Weekly pay with direct deposit
Mobile time tracking and care notes, easily manage your work schedule from a phone
Free continuing education
Ability to create a flexible schedule on a variety of home and facility assignments
Weekend and evening opportunities, in-home and facility based
Caregiver of the Month program
Referral bonus program
National opportunities with over 300 locations in US
Shift differentials available for certain shifts and assignments
BrightStar Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Free uniforms
We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level, on a flexible schedule, and with the recognition and benefits you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of Greater Chester County ("BrightStar Care") employees uphold A "Higher Standard" of Care.
Job Overview
BrightStar Care’s Physical Therapists are responsible for evaluating the patient’s condition and develop an individualized plan of care tailored to each patient based on the physician’s orders. They help patients manage pain and improve mobility, stability, balance and safety to improve quality of life.
As a Physical Therapist, you are responsible for:
Contacting with clients under a wide variety of circumstances. Care provided in client’s living environment with varying situations or in an institution such as a hospital. May be required to respond to emergency situations. Position includes tasks that have the potential for exposure to blood and other potentially infectious material (OPIM) such as body fluids/tissues
Requirements
Graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or higher degree in physical therapy from an accredited physical therapy program.
Passed the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)
Fulfilled all other state required examination.
Compliant with continuing education, within state requirements as a condition of maintaining licensure.
Comply with all state mandated Physical Therapy Practice Act and other legal mandates.
Licensed or certified to practice as a physical therapist as required by the state.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Facility/home health experience and interpersonal skills.
Ability to safely manage patients utilizing proper body mechanics.
Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, theory, methods and evidence-based practice.
Comply with accepted professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.
Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with patients and staff.
Treat patients, families and staff with courtesy and respect.
Adhere to HIPAA and maintain patient confidentiality.
Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have empathy for the needs of the client.
About BrightStar Care
Now with over 300 independently owned and operated locations nationwide, BrightStar Care clinical professionals deliver professional and compassionate care in the comfort and familiarity of home. We can provide an unequaled range of in-home care services from companionship, toileting and hygiene assistance to in-home blood draws, our services are available around the clock to meet our clients' every need. Learn more at brightstarcare.com.
What We Offer:
At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide a best-in-class benefits package, including:
Part of team with RN oversight
Highly competitive hourly rates
Weekly pay with direct deposit
Mobile time tracking and care notes, easily manage your work schedule from a phone
Free continuing education
Ability to create a flexible schedule on a variety of home and facility assignments
Weekend and evening opportunities, in-home and facility based
Caregiver of the Month program
Referral bonus program
National opportunities with over 300 locations in US
Shift differentials available for certain shifts and assignments
BrightStar Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.