Physical Therapist

Sevita; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEUs paid

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Sevita's NeuroRestorative division in Gilroy, CA is seeking a Physical Therapist for a full-time role with a flexible schedule and a $5,000 retention bonus. The position offers up to $80 per hour, generous paid time off, holidays, CEU reimbursement, health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k) with match, and low patient ratios.

The Physical Therapist will administer treatments, document sessions, assist therapists, provide gait and mobility training, and collaborate with a trans-disciplinary team to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• California Physical Therapy licensure is required.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work including lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments to patients under the direction of Physical Therapists.
• Ensure patients receive scheduled PT treatments and document sessions or reasons for non-attendance.
• Perform active, passive, and resistive therapeutic exercises as prescribed.
• Perform therapeutic massage as needed.
• Perform mobilization and passive stretching within safety limits.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in improving functional activities.
• Provide gait training and assistive device training (canes, crutches, walkers, braces, splints).
• Measure ROM, limb lengths, vital signs, and MMT to aid evaluation.
• Coordinate with staff and health team to modify treatment plans.
• Ensure adherence to accreditation/licensing and confidentiality.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

California Physical Therapy licensure

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Physical Therapist - Gilroy, CA

$5000 Retention Bonus!

• Full time, minimum of 32 hours per week, flexible schedule!
• Up to $80 per hour
• We will pay for your CEUs!
• Generous amounts of paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401k with match
• Low patient ratios
• Paid sick time
• Adult patients, Neuro rehab

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments to patients, working under the direction of and as an assistant to the Physical Therapists.
• Assure all program participants receive scheduled PT (Physical Therapy) treatments and document therapy session or reason for inability to attend.
• Perform active, passive, and/or resistive therapeutic exercises, based on general therapy principles, on program participants.
• Perform therapeutic massage on program participants as needed.
• Perform general mobilization and/or passive stretch to program participants, within limits of safety regarding joint/muscle stretch.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist program participants in learning and improving functional activities.
• Provide gait training and instruct program participants in the use of canes, crutches, walkers, braces, and splints; train program participants at homebound and community level, including endurance training.
• Measure ROM, length and girth of body parts, vital signs, and MMT (manual muscle tests) to assist Physical Therapist in evaluating program participants and/or to determine the effectiveness of the program plan.
• Confer with staff members and other health care members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment program and participate in treatment planning with trans-disciplinary team as requested.
• Ensure adherence to accreditation standards, licensure standards, professional code of ethics, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate knowledge of indications and contra-indications of physical therapy modalities and techniques.
• Assess PT equipment for needs and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
• California Physical Therapy licensure
• Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Why Join Us?

• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
• Benefits listed above! Questions about other benefits we offer? Just ask!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.