Physical Therapist

Natividad Medical Center (NMC); Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Natividad Medical Center in Salinas, California seeks Physical Therapists for Permanent and Per Diem roles in the Acute Rehabilitation Unit and Therapy Services. Under direction, you will develop, implement and document medically prescribed PT programs to restore function and prevent disability after disease or injury.

Applications reviewed as needed; expected processing time about two weeks. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, planning treatment, administering PT techniques,

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California Physical Therapist license or the ability to obtain one prior to start date.
• One year of experience performing duties as a registered Physical Therapist.
• Employment contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients referred by physicians to determine type and extent of treatment; administer diagnostic and prognostic tests.
• Plan and evaluate physical therapy treatment program and set goals; supervise treatment of patients.
• Administer and treat patients by directing and aiding exercises; apply modalities and educate patients on equipment use.
• Document records and prepare reports on patients' treatment and progress; participate in QA activities.
• Coordinate with other rehabilitation sections regarding patient treatment.
• Provide supervision to Physical Therapy Helpers and student interns; train paraprofessional staff.
• Attend in-service training sessions; provide training to staff in physical therapy techniques.

Skills

Develop and adapt treatment programs

Administer physical therapy treatments

Analyze and interpret data

Communicate with staff and families

Lead to PT Assistants and Helpers

Maintain records

Education

California Physical Therapist license

Job description

Position Description

Natividad is currently seeking to fill Permanent and Per Diem Physical Therapist positions in the Acute Rehabilitation Unit and Therapy Services Department. Under general direction, these incumbents develop, implement, and document medically prescribed physical therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part; assists patients tin reaching maximum performance. Applications will be reviewed as needed until the positions are filled. Please allow 2 weeks for processing of all application materials. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future temporary and permanent positions as vacancies arise. Exam#26/50G11/09SS. The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application section located towards the end of this job flier.

Examples of Duties

• Evaluate patients referred by physicians to determine type and extent of treatment; administer diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests
• Plan and evaluate physical therapy treatment program and set appropriate goals and objective; supervise the treatment of patients
• Administer and treat patients by directing and aiding patients in active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training; apply modalities such as massage, heat, water, ultrasound and electricity; adapt conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the needs of patients unable to comprehend verbal commands or voluntarily carry out a regime of therapeutic exercises; direct patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, and crutches
• Document records and prepare reports on patients' treatment and progress; prepare discharge summaries; participate in quality assurance activities
• Coordinate with other rehabilitative sections regarding patient treatment
• Provide functional supervision of Physical Therapy Helpers and student interns assisting in the treatment of patients; train paraprofessional staff members
• Attend in-service training sessions; provide training to medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives

Examples Of Experience/Education/Training

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

Education

One year of experience performing duties as a registered Physical Therapist

Additional Information

Minimum Qualifications

Required Licensure: Possession of a valid Physical Therapist license issued by the State of California or the ability to obtain one prior to start date. (Please ensure the name on your license/certification either matches the name on your application or is indicated somewhere on your application, as all licenses/certifications will be verified via primary source.)

The Ideal Candidate

Thorough Knowledge Of

• Principles, modalities, methods, and equipment of modern physical therapy techniques
• Anatomy, physiology, neuro-muscular functions, dysfunctions, and kinesiology; pathologies and injuries that result in physical impairment
• Evaluation and treatment methodologies as applied to complex patients
• Regulatory practice requirements

Working Knowledge Of

• Proper use and care of orthopedic equipment and appliances
• Utilization management, charging protocols and regulatory compliance
• Clinical supervision and clinical instruction

Skill And Ability To

• Develop, implement and adapt treatment programs
• Administer physical therapy treatments and exercises
• Analyze, evaluate and draw logical conclusions from data
• Read, understand and interpret written instructions, such as physician's order, instructions for therapy and the use of equipment
• Communicate orally in order to instruct staff, patients and their families
• Act as lead to Physical Therapy Assistants and Helpers
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, and with hospital staff
• Maintain quality control in work performance
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of work performed
• Prioritize and organize work flow in an effective manner
• Observe safety precautions related to the work
• Work shifts including weekends and holidays
• Work around potentially hazardous and infectious substances/diseases

Qualifications Appraisal

Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process.

Qualifications Assessment

To further assess applicants' possessions of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, physical ability exam, or written examination.

Eligible List

Applicants successful in the Qualifications Assessment process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interview. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Hiring Preference For Veterans And Eligible Military Spouses

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment.

Special Notes

• If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation.
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.
• If you are hired into this classification in a per diem position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for benefits. Per Diem Rate $63.434 - $86.838