Physical Therapist-KORT-Lexington, KY (Eagle Creek)

Company: Select Medical
Location: Lexington
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionExperience the power of physical therapy! KORT Physical Therapy's Lexington, KY (Eagle Creek) clinic is looking for a compassionate and driven licensed Physical Therapist to provide exceptional patient care experiences.Seize the opportunity to join our highly trained and respected physical therapy team that provides preventative and rehabilitative services that help improve quality of life for the community in which they live and work. Our work environment offers a great opportunity to provide skilled care to our patients and grow with the nation's leader in outpatient physical therapy.Compensation starting at $65,000 annual base. Potential for sign on bonuses and loan reimbursement programs!Select Medical Corporation's outpatient divisions are nationally prominent, locally driven providers of outpatient physical rehabilitation with almost 1900 locations in 39 states, including the District of Columbia. Throughout the country we operate primarily as Select Physical Therapy, NovaCare Rehabilitation, Physio, Kessler Rehabilitation Center, KORT, Saco Bay Physical Therapy, Concentra, SSM Physical Therapy and Keystone Physical Therapy. Our highly respected clinical team provides preventative and rehabilitative services that maximize functionality and promote well-being. We develop individualized treatment plans to help achieve each patient's specific goals. Our integrated local market network allows us to effectively partner with physicians, employers, payors and case managers to achieve optimal patient outcomes in a cost-effective manner. We also provide physical therapy and athletic training services to professional sports teams, colleges, universities and high schools. #ACNResponsibilitiesOur ideal team member is...Adaptable and Flexible: willing to adapt or adjust to accommodate your colleagues and patientsPatient-centric: the patient always comes first and we treat every patient with careAn exceptional communicator: someone who communicates proactively and with empathyDetail-oriented: people count on you to ensure all the details are done correctly the first time aroundTeam Player: you will be an integral part of a clinical teamSo we want to know... Are you someone who puts the needs of your patients above all else?Are you one of the most positive people you know?Are you at your best when you get to determine your goals and decide on the direction of your day?Do you hate the phrase, "that's not my job!"?If you answered yes to these questions, being a Physical Therapist at Select Medical may be a great fit for you!One of the many unique benefits that our employees at Select Medical can take advantage of is our industry-leading continuing education opportunities, which are worth up to $15,580 each year!This includes the opportunity to join Select Physical Therapy's nationally acclaimed and APTA accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, weekend classes and online education, and formal weekly mentoring program available for new grads.Residency and Fellowship programs.Who is Select Medical?We are the nation's leading physical therapy provider and our teams are dedicated to the communities we serve. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment.Select Medical was founded on five Core Values which guide our interactions with patients, families, partners and each other.We deliver superior quality in all that we do.We set high standards of performance for ourselves and for others. We provide superior services to our patients. We continually strive to uphold and improve our reputation for excellence.We treat others as they would like to be treated.We treat each other with respect and promote a positive environment where people feel valued. We are honest and open in our relationships and straightforward in our communications.We are results-oriented and achieve our objectives.We are focused and decisive in achieving our objectives and helping others achieve theirs. We accept responsibility for our decisions and actions. We are accountable for using our time, talents and resources effectively.We are team players.We work together to achieve company objectives. We do our share of the work on time and with superior quality. We share ideas and information. We give honest feedback and accept constructive criticism. We confront difficultiesdirectly and maintain positive working relationships.We are resourceful in overcoming obstacles.We pride ourselves on finding creative solutions to meet challenges we encounter. We are open to change and handle pressure with poise. We are flexible, adaptable and able to learn from our experiences.To apply, complete our FULL HR application at www.selectmedical.com/careers/QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapyOutpatient clinical rotationValid State Physical Therapy License/ Registration REQUIRED to startAbility to work 40 hours per week with occasional late or early shifts to accommodate patientsCardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.Physical Requirements:Ability to lift patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift. Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds dead weight alone.Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to evaluate, diagnose and monitor patient needs and to maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide directions.Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.Ability to push wheeled equipment through the facility and in the community.Possess fine motor skills for legible and accurate reporting, charting, scheduling, daily correspondence and presentations, either manually or through use of electronic equipment.Possess fine motor skills for effective and efficient handling of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment.

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