Physical Therapist - $1000 Sign On Bonus - Peotone Illinois

Company: Boldage pace
Location: Peotone, Illinois
Posted On: 03/29/2025

- - - -Physical Therapist - $1000 Sign On Bonus We are so excited to announce that BoldAge PACE has a new location opening in Columbus, OH 2025! - -Join BoldAge PACE and Make a Difference! -
BE PART OF OUR MISSION!Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? -BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. Our approach is simple: We listen to our participants and their caregivers to truly understand their needs and desires. -Why work with us?A People First Environment: -We make what is important to those we serve important to us.Make an Impact: -Enhance the quality of life for seniors. -Professional Growth: Access to training and career development.Competitive Compensation: BoldAge offers a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, 401K, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending account, and an employee assistance program. - -Position Summary: -The Physical Therapist for Seamark PACE evaluates and assesses participants to determine mobility level and other physical condition and functional abilities. -Provides and recommends therapeutic exercise, gait training, ambulation, etc. -Plans and develops individual and group exercise programs for maintenance therapy for participants. -Responsible for providing a comprehensive physical therapy program for participants of Seamark PACE, including development and oversight of functional maintenance programs.
Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy if obtained prior to the year 2000; Master's degree in Physical Therapy if obtained after the year 2000.
• Either have one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population or, in the absence of such experience, to receive appropriate training from the Seamark PACE on working with a frail or elderly population upon hiring.
• Current Licensed Physical Therapist to practice in the required state.
• A valid Driver's license and vehicle, or other approved means of transportation, and an acceptable driving record is required. -Knowledge of:
  • Clinical competency with the geriatric population.
  • Appropriate and updated therapy equipment and technology, including aerobic and strength conditioning equipment tailored to senior population and use of mechanical assist devices.
  • Proper body mechanics to avoid work-related injuries, and the ability to educate other staff on proper body mechanics.
  • Basic computer skills and use of electronic mail.
    BoldAge -PACE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
    
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