Geriatric Physical Therapist — Sign-On Bonus

Oakwood Healthcare Center; Chico (CA); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Descripción de la vacante

Oakwood Healthcare Center is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and lead treatment planning in a dynamic rehabilitation department.

You will evaluate patients, supervise therapy staff, document care, and coordinate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal recovery and compliance with regulations. A strong focus on education and team collaboration will be essential.

Formación

• Knowledge of physical therapy evaluation and treatments.
• Ability to supervise and direct assistants and aides.
• Understanding of physical modalities used in therapy.
• Knowledge of prosthetic/orthotic devices and assistive equipment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to work with diverse patient populations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct patient care and support therapy department outcomes.
• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop treatment plans with physician approvals.
• Supervise PTAs/therapists and aides in patient care per facility policy and regulations.
• Document services and ensure alignment with billing data and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and home programs.
• Collaborate with rehab team and discharge planners for coordinated care.

Conocimientos

PT evaluation

Supervise staff

Physical modalities

Prosthetic/orthotic

Medical terminology

Communication

Educación

PT degree (Bachelors/Masters/Doctorate)

Descripción del empleo

Oakwood Healthcare Center is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and lead treatment planning in a dynamic rehabilitation department.

You will evaluate patients, supervise therapy staff, document care, and coordinate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal recovery and compliance with regulations. A strong focus on education and team collaboration will be essential.