Physical Therapist

Rapp Talent Solutions, LLC; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in California is looking for a Staff Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat residents while coordinating with the rehabilitation team. You will develop treatment plans, record patient progress, and communicate consistently with families and health teams. A Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy is required, along with California licensure. Competitive pay is offered. Reach out for immediate consideration.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in California.
• Experience with rehab team collaboration is beneficial.
• Ability to instruct families on treatment plans.
• Instruct families or nursing staff on maintenance programs and discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hours of referral.
• Develop and implement treatment plans as per physician guidance.
• Communicate patient progress with the rehab team.
• Record evaluations, daily notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Instruct families or staff in maintenance program and discharge planning.
• Secure durable medical equipment to facilitate mobility as needed.
• Submit logs and billing information on time.
• Report equipment or process issues to supervisor.

Skills

Physical Therapy skills

Patient evaluation

Communication

Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Leader in skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Company that focuses on treating employees right because happy employees will bring happy residents.

Job Description

Job Purpose or Summary:

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients/residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Provides Physical Therapy services including treatment planning & implementation, and discharge planning. Tests patient’s physical abilities analyzing rehabilitation goals; consult with rehab team in order to coordinate the most effective physical therapy program.

Organizational Relationships:

Supervises: Responsible for the care delivered by PTAs, Rehab Technician.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of physician referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician, and treat patients/residents according to physician’s treatment plan.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor, other members of the rehabilitation team, and nursing staff on the patient’s treatment plan, progress, and prognosis.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, 14 day progress report to the physician, and discharge summaries per policy and procedure.
• Instruct patient/resident’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Secure necessary durable medical equipment for patients/residents to facilitate independence in mobility: i.e. orthoses, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Submits logs and all billing information on a timely basis.
• Reports any problem areas/equipment within each facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately.

Qualifications

May perform other duties as assigned.

Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Physical Therapy.

Comply with the State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California Labor Board Guidelines.

Additional Information

Competitive pay. For immediate consideration, call Devin at 858-336-1411

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.