Full Time Physical Therapist

1 Legacy Healthcare Recruiters; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of rehabilitation services seeks a Staff Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and involves developing treatment plans, working with a healthcare team, and maintaining patient documentation. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives through dedicated care and support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Physical Therapy.
• Current license or recently completed exams.
• Strong evaluation and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hours of referral.
• Develop and implement effective treatment plans.
• Communicate regularly with the rehabilitation team.

Skills

Evaluation of patients/residents

Treatment planning

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Durable medical equipment

Job description

Skilled Nursing Facility A leading provider of rehabilitation services for the elderly with many locations throughout the country. Our dedicated professionals are committed to enhancing our patient's quality of life with passion and integrity.

Job Description

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients/residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Provides Physical Therapy services including treatment planning & implementation, and discharge planning. Tests patient’s physical abilities analyzing rehabilitation goals; consult with rehab team in order to coordinate the most effective physical therapy program.

Organizational Relationships: Supervises: Responsible for the care delivered by PTAs, Rehab Technician.

- Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of physician referral.

- Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician, and treat patients/residents according to physician’s treatment plan.

- Communicate regularly with supervisor, other members of the rehabilitation team, and nursing staff on the patient’s treatment plan, progress, and prognosis.

- Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, 14 day progress report to the physician, and discharge summaries per policy and procedure.

- Instruct patient/resident’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program.

- Secure necessary durable medical equipment for patients/residents to facilitate independence in mobility: i.e. orthoses, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.

- Submits logs and all billing information on a timely basis.

- Reports any problem areas/equipment within each facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately.

- Comply with the State Licensing Board of Arizona, Title 22, CMS, and Arizona Labor Board Guidelines.

- May perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Physical Therapy and a current license or recently completed your exams.

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