Physical Therapist, *$10,000 SIGN-ON… at Maple Grove… · Shelbyvil…

Apply Description Physical Therapist (PT) Full-Time $10,000 Sign-On Bonus About Maple Grove Senior Living At Maple Grove Senior Living in Shelbyville, Kentucky, we provide compassionate, person-centered care across our Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Personal Care communities. We're proud to be recognized as a 2025 Best of Kentucky Award Recipient and maintain a 4-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating, reflecting our commitment to quality, dignity, and excellence. Join our team and become part of a community where your expertise is valued and your work makes a lasting difference. Position Summary Join an in-house therapy team where you'll have the autonomy to provide individualized, evidence-based care while building meaningful relationships with residents and families. As a Physical Therapist, you'll evaluate, develop, and implement personalized treatment plans that help residents regain strength, restore function, improve mobility, and maximize independence. Working collaboratively with our interdisciplinary team, you'll play a vital role in helping residents achieve their highest level of function across Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Long-Term Care. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans based on resident needs and physician orders. Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, pain management, and functional independence. Monitor resident progress, reassess outcomes, and modify treatment plans as appropriate. Supervise and mentor Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and Rehabilitation Technicians while promoting high-quality clinical care. Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, occupational and speech therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate resident care. Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding treatment plans, safety techniques, home exercise programs, and discharge recommendations. Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation. Ensure therapy equipment is maintained in a safe, clean, and functional condition. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, infection prevention programs, interdisciplinary meetings, and continuing education. Foster a compassionate, resident-centered environment that supports dignity, independence, and exceptional outcomes. Why Join Maple Grove Senior Living? $10,000 Sign-On Bonus 2025 Best of Kentucky Award Recipient 4-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating In-house therapy program focused on collaboration and continuity of care. Opportunity to work across Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Long-Term Care. Competitive compensation. Paid Time Off (PTO). Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) retirement plan. Tuition reimbursement opportunities. Continuing education and professional development support. Supportive leadership that values clinical autonomy and innovation. Meaningful work where you help residents regain independence and improve their quality of life every day. Requirements Required Qualifications Doctorate or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program. Current Physical Therapist license in the State of Kentucky. Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within required timeframe). Strong knowledge of physical therapy evaluation techniques, treatment interventions, and rehabilitation principles. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care. Ability to supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and support staff as appropriate. Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing and walking, bending, pushing, pulling, transferring residents, and assisting with therapeutic activities. Preferred Experience Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute care. Experience treating geriatric residents with orthopedic, neurological, cardiac, and medically complex conditions. Knowledge of Medicare Part A, Part B, PDPM, rehabilitation documentation, and electronic medical records (EMR). Experience leading or mentoring rehabilitation team members. Strong clinical reasoning, time management, and problem-solving skills. Passion for helping residents achieve their highest level of function and independence. What Makes Someone Successful The most successful Physical Therapists at Maple Grove Senior Living combine clinical expertise with compassion, creativity, and collaboration. They inspire residents to reach goals they never thought possible, build trusting relationships with families and teammates, and embrace opportunities to improve resident outcomes through innovative, evidence-based care. They take pride in helping residents restore mobility, regain confidence, and return to the activities that matter most