Physical Therapist

The Redwoods Post-Acute; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Paid sick leave

Life insurance

Job summary

The Redwoods Post-Acute in Campbell, CA seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide individualized therapy programs, assess patients, and coordinate care to maximize functional progress. The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and family involvement.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, planning and documenting care plans, and contributing to clinical education and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy curriculum.
• Current, active state licensure with CPR certification.
• Long-term care experience preferred; ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, evaluate functional needs and outcomes.
• Design and implement a plan of care with involvement from family and significant others.
• Conduct therapy planning and documentation in accordance with standards of care.
• Direct support staff to help achieve patient goals.
• Communicate effectively with the care team to ensure positive outcomes.
• Maintain adherence to policies, safety, infection control and quality improvement.
• Update documentation and prescriptions as required.
• Support professional growth through training and workshops.
• Provide leadership and act as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Presentation

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Be Part of Our Team:Full-Time; Part-Time; PRN; Per Diem

OTHER BENEFITS

• Relocation Assistance
• Paid sick leave
• Life insurance

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists.
• Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.
• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
• Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals.
• Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Practices departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
• Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Education:Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy curriculum.

License:Current, active, and unencumbered state licensure with CPR certification.

Skills:Exceptional communication, empathy, and a professional presentation.

Experience:Long-term care experience preferred; must be able to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Physical Readiness:Ability to meet the physical demands of resident care, including lifting and intermittent movement.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.