Geriatric Rehab PT: Outcomes-Oriented Leader

York Healthcare & Wellness Centre; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

York Healthcare & Wellness Centre in Los Angeles, CA seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and to contribute to the rehab team's outstanding outcomes. You will evaluate patients, develop comprehensive treatment plans, and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and aides in clinical settings.

You will document care in medical records per regulatory requirements, communicate progress with families and physicians, educate patients on home programs, and participate in

Qualifications

• DPT/MS/BS in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Physical Therapist licensure and CPR certification.
• Experience in geriatric rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise staff and work in an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Supervise PTAs and aides in direct patient care.
• Document treatment and progress in medical records per regulations.
• Communicate patient progress to team, physicians, and families.
• Educate patients and families on follow-up programs.
• Participate in rehab team conferences and care coordination.

Skills

PT evaluation

Staff supervision

Physical modalities

Prosthetic devices

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

PT degree (DPT/MS/BS)

Job description

York Healthcare & Wellness Centre in Los Angeles, CA seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and to contribute to the rehab team's outstanding outcomes. You will evaluate patients, develop comprehensive treatment plans, and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and aides in clinical settings.

You will document care in medical records per regulatory requirements, communicate progress with families and physicians, educate patients on home programs, and participate in