Geriatric Rehab Physical Therapist

Maywood Healthcare & Wellness Centre; Maywood (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Maywood Healthcare & Wellness Centre in California seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and support the therapy department's outstanding outcomes. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, supervise aides, and collaborate with families and the interdisciplinary team to optimize recovery.

Responsibilities include documenting in medical records, coordinating with physicians, and educating patients and staff on rehabilitation strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Physical Therapist registration/state licensure.
• CPR certification and adherence to safety standards.
• Experience in geriatric rehabilitation preferred.
• Experience in adult neurological, cardiac, and general rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and obtain physician approvals.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and aides in direct care.
• Communicate patient progress with supervisor and interdisciplinary team.
• Instruct families and nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Document care in medical records and manage treatment charges.
• Collaborate in rehab team conferences and discharge planning.

Skills

PT evaluation

Supervise therapists

Modalities knowledge

Prosthetic/orthotic devices

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Maywood Healthcare & Wellness Centre in California seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and support the therapy department's outstanding outcomes. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, supervise aides, and collaborate with families and the interdisciplinary team to optimize recovery.

Responsibilities include documenting in medical records, coordinating with physicians, and educating patients and staff on rehabilitation strategies.