Physical Therapist

Desert Care Network; Joshua Tree (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Career development

Health savings accounts

Employee Assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Desert Care Network is hiring a Physical Therapist in Joshua Tree, California. The role focuses on evaluating and treating patients with comprehensive therapy plans. You will work within a collaborative care team, delivering direct PT services and documenting progress for continuous improvement.

The position offers a Day shift, full-time schedule, and a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 for qualified candidates. California licensure and BLS CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Active California Physical Therapy License required.
• BLS CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans with specific goals.
• Provide direct physical therapy to patients.
• Communicate progress and home programs with patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and document progress notes.
• Maintain plan of care and ensure quality patient care across ages.

Skills

Physical therapy

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

California PT License

BLS CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Hi-Desert Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Hi-Desert Medical Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Candidates

Job type: Full Time

Shift: Days

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients/residents according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties

• Evaluates assigned patients/residents and develops treatment plans, including specific goals and activities, reevaluating and modifying plans as necessary. Ensures treatments and care is done appropriately and completely in accordance with patients/residents clinical condition.
• Provides instructions in therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient as prescribed by a physician.
• Provides direct physical therapy to patients/residents.
• Communicates clearly and tactfully with patient/resident regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Communicates observations, facts and comments with interdisciplinary team members individually, and through team meetings as appropriate and required.
• Assesses patient’s progress weekly or as required and adjusts program as appropriate.
• Prepares written documentation as requires by regulations and departmental policy, such as evaluations, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other required reports.
• Provides direct Physical Therapy to patients per plan pf care.
• Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance.
• Performs above primary duties for ages adolescent through older adult.

Qualifications

Physical demands:

• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases, body fluids and wastes
• Heavy physical effort, including lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Prolonged standing/walking, bending and squatting
• Must be able to lift, position and transfer patients/residents and equipment

Working Conditions:

• Handles Emergency or Crisis Situations

Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:

• Current California Physical Therapy License
• Current BLS CPR certification

Organization Description

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!

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, $45.08 - $69.86 hourly Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience,

Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:

• Current California Physical Therapy License
• Current BLS CPR certification

Responsibilities

Primary Duties

• Evaluates assigned patients/residents and develops treatment plans, including specific goals and activities, reevaluating and modifying plans as necessary. Ensures treatments and care is done appropriately and completely in accordance with patients/residents clinical condition.
• Provides instructions in therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient as prescribed by a physician.
• Provides direct physical therapy to patients/residents.
• Communicates clearly and tactfully with patient/resident regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Communicates observations, facts and comments with interdisciplinary team members individually, and through team meetings as appropriate and required.
• Assesses patient’s progress weekly or as required and adjusts program as appropriate.
• Prepares written documentation as requires by regulations and departmental policy, such as evaluations, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other required reports.
• Provides direct Physical Therapy to patients per plan pf care.Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance.
• Performs above primary duties for ages adolescent through older adult.