Full Time Physical Therapist

1 Legacy, Inc; Kingsburg (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation services provider is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist in California to evaluate and treat patients at a skilled nursing facility. As a Physical Therapist, you will devise treatment plans, coordinate care with other health professionals, and maintain comprehensive documentation of patient progress. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and appropriate licensure. This role offers the opportunity to positively impact the quality of life for elderly patients.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in Physical Therapy is required.
• Recent completion of exams is accepted.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hours of referral.
• Develop treatment plans and implement physician's orders.
• Document patient progress and maintain medical records.
• Instruct families and nursing staff on patient care.

Skills

Evaluation of patients/residents

Communication skills

Treatment planning

Physical therapy techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

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.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.