Physical Therapist

Tenet Healthcare; Joshua Tree (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Hi-Desert Medical Center, part of Desert Care Network, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our Days shift in Joshua Tree, CA. The role focuses on evaluating patients, designing and implementing individualized therapy plans, and coordinating with physicians and care teams to optimize outcomes.

Qualified candidates hold a California Physical Therapy License and BLS CPR certification. This is a full-time on-site position with opportunities for professional growth and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Physical therapy skills and patient care focus
• Ability to develop and adjust treatment plans
• Effective communication with patients and team

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and develops treatment plans with goals and activities.
• Provides direct physical therapy to patients in accordance with physician orders.
• Instructs patients on therapeutic procedures for home programs.
• Documents evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes and required reports.
• Maintains compliance with department policies and quality assurance.
• Cares for patients across age groups from adolescent to older adults.

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

1. 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.
2. Provides instructions in therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient as prescribed by a physician.
   Provides direct physical therapy to patients/residents.
3. Communicates clearly and tactfully with patient/resident regarding progress, problems, home programs and other
   issues related to the therapeutic process.
4. Communicates observations, facts and comments with interdisciplinary team members individually, and
   through team meetings as appropriate and required.
5. Assesses patient’s progress weekly or as required and adjusts program as appropriate.
6. Prepares written documentation as requires by regulations and departmental policy, such as evaluations,
   individualized treatment plans, progress notes and other required reports
7. Provides direct Physical Therapy to patients per plan pf care.
8. Prepares written documentation as required by regulations and departmental policy, such as evaluations, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other required reports.
9. Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance.
10. 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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