Description

Turn Progress Into Possibility as Our Physical Therapist

Helping someone take that next step, regain their independence, or get back to doing what they love is what physical therapy is all about.

Salem Transitional Care is looking for a Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping residents build strength, improve mobility, and reach goals that make a real difference in their everyday lives.

Join a Therapy team where you can build meaningful connections, celebrate progress with your residents, and see the impact of your work every day. Come be a Force for Good with us!

Sign On and Relocation Support

This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus, paid in two installments:

$2,500 after 90 days of employment
$2,500 after 180 days of employment

Relocation assistance may also be available for qualified candidates.

What You’ll Do

As our Physical Therapist, you’ll play an important role in helping residents restore function, improve mobility, manage pain, and work toward greater independence. Your responsibilities will include:

Evaluating residents and developing individualized treatment plans based on their needs, abilities, and goals
Establishing realistic and achievable therapy goals based on each resident’s capacity and tolerance
Providing physical therapy interventions designed to improve mobility, strength, function, and overall quality of life
Evaluating resident progress and adjusting treatment plans as needed to help achieve therapy goals
Collaborating with nursing, therapy, and other disciplines to develop and evaluate goals for each resident
Educating residents and families on appropriate therapy methods and techniques
Communicating resident progress, needs, and changes with residents, families, and other healthcare professionals
Documenting resident condition, treatment, and progress in accordance with state and federal requirements
Supporting MDS procedures and effective care planning
Providing consultation and clinical supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants working within the facility
Maintaining resident confidentiality and following HIPAA requirements
Being dependable and maintaining regular attendance for scheduled shifts
Supporting the Therapy team and helping wherever needed to provide excellent resident care

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings strong clinical knowledge along with compassion and encouragement to the residents they serve. The ideal candidate is:

Compassionate, patient, and focused on helping residents succeed
Passionate about helping people regain mobility and independence
A strong communicator who works well with residents, families, and other healthcare professionals
Comfortable collaborating as part of an interdisciplinary care team
Confident in assessing resident needs and developing realistic, individualized therapy goals
Organized and able to maintain accurate and timely documentation
Knowledgeable about HIPAA and resident confidentiality
Familiar with state and federal requirements related to therapy delivery and documentation in a skilled nursing setting
Dependable, positive, and committed to providing consistent, high quality care
Someone who enjoys celebrating progress and helping residents reach their goals

Why Join Us?

Physical therapy can make an incredible difference in a resident’s ability to move, regain independence, and return to the activities that matter most to them.

At Salem Transitional Care, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents while working alongside a team that shares the same goal: helping each person reach their highest possible level of function.

If you want to work somewhere your clinical skills are valued and you can actually see the impact you're making every day, we would love to have you on our team.

What We Offer

At Salem Transitional Care, we believe in supporting our team and creating a workplace where you can grow, feel valued, and make a difference every day.

Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time
Paid holidays, including 6 recognized holidays plus a floating holiday you can use for a day that matters to you
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Ongoing training, development, and education assistance
A positive, team focused culture rooted in our “Force for Good” values
Employee recognition and appreciation

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program

Licensure

Current Physical Therapist license in the state of employment
Current CPR certification

Experience

Six months of experience in a long term care environment preferred

Additional Requirements

Knowledge of HIPAA and the ability to maintain resident confidentiality
General knowledge and understanding of managed care
Knowledge of state and federal requirements related to therapy delivery and documentation in skilled nursing facilities
Regular and dependable attendance is required
All Cascadia Healthcare employees must successfully complete and meet applicable state required background check requirements before working with residents

Ready to help residents move forward and regain their independence? Apply today and come be a Force for Good with Salem Transitional Care!

Salem of Cascadia LLC

Latest Jobs

Physical Therapist