Travel Physical Therapist

Elara Caring • Shelton, CT • 2d ago

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there's no place like home, and that's why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Travel Physical Therapist . Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers.

To continue to be an industry pioneer delivering unparalleled care, we need a Travel Physical Therapist with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!

Why Join the Elara Caring mission?

Work autonomy and flexible schedules

1:1 patient care

Supportive and collaborative environment

Competitive compensation package

Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees

Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(K) with employer match

Paid time off, paid holidays, family and pet bereavement

Pet insurance

As a Travel Physical Therapist, you'll contribute to our success in the following ways:

Ensures that all activities performed align with the vision of Elara Caring's board of directors, executive team, and the leadership of the Home Health team.

Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients' functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.

Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.

Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients' functional goals.

Communicates effectively with other professionals and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Practices hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.

Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.

Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops. Keep up to date on professional literature.

Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

Promotes Elara Caring's philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

Maintains patient and staff privacy and confidentiality pursuant to HIPAA Privacy Final Rule.

Performs other duties/projects as assigned.

What is Required?

Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved Physical Therapy Program

1+ year experience as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Aide

Current, unrestricted licenses from the State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for all states assigned within travel region.

Must have a dependable vehicle, valid drivers licence, and current auto insurance in accordance with the laws of the state.

Full range of body motion including handling, lifting and transfer of patients

Must be able to lift up to 100lbs

Ability and willingness to travel 100%

You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.

Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com.

Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

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