Physical Therapist 1 or 2, Per Diem - Orthopaedics

Georgia Orthopaedic Society.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their dynamic team in Los Angeles. This role involves providing exceptional care to a diverse patient population, from adolescents to geriatrics, in a fast-paced outpatient environment. You will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients, maintaining electronic medical records, and collaborating with a physical therapist assistant. The ideal candidate will possess a California Physical Therapy License and have a strong background in orthopaedic rehabilitation. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• California Physical Therapy License or eligibility required.
• Experience with orthopedic and neurologic conditions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy care for patients in a fast-paced outpatient setting.
• Evaluate and treat patients, document in electronic medical records.

Skills

Orthopaedic rehabilitation

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Cultural competence

Education

California Physical Therapy License

BCLS Certificate

Job description

Description

Seeking a Physical Therapist with strong background and clinical expertise in Orthopaedic rehabilitation with varying patient demographics from adolescents to geriatrics. Primary functions are to provide applicable physical therapy care for patients with various diagnoses in a fast-paced outpatient setting. Major duties include: patient evaluation and treatment, electronic medical record documentation, maintain expected productivity levels (including special assignments), special projects and duties as assigned. The primary function is patient care, unless otherwise specified. This candidate will be responsible for working with a physical therapist assistant and delegating patient caseloads as appropriate.

Salary range: 67.25-81.62 hourly

Qualifications

1. Required: California Physical Therapy License or eligibility to work as such. Experience with orthopedic and neurologic conditions necessary to successfully navigate this position.
2. More than 2 years of licensed PT experience qualifies for PT 2 title.
3. Current BCLS Certificate.
4. Strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously as well as part of a collaborative team.
5. Ability to effectively communicate with patients and staff from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Skill in making appropriate and effective decisions based on needs of the patient, priorities of the department, and the Medical Center and Department Policies and Procedures. Demonstrates ability to establish an appropriate treatment plan, select appropriate treatment techniques, assess the results based upon synthesis of all available information, and the patients' functional goals, with changes in the plan and timely discharge as indicated.
6. Ability to safely perform repetitive bending, stooping, sitting, squatting, walking, standing during 8-10 hr. day. Normal duties involve lifting (up to 35 pounds without equipment), transferring patients, and pushing wheelchairs up to 500 feet.
7. Ability to assign and supervise the performance of appropriate treatment within the technical and legal capabilities of support personnel.