Physical Therapist 13 week contract Hiring Now

Sweetwater Care; Colusa (CA); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sweetwater Care seeks a licensed physical therapist to assess patients, review medical histories, and develop individualized treatment plans to restore movement and reduce pain. You will supervise PTAs and rehab aides, maintain accurate records, and communicate progress with the health team, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Eligible candidates hold active state licensure and demonstrate strong clinical skills, documentation accuracy, and ability to educate patients and families

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist with active state licensure.
• Ability to supervise PT assistants and rehabilitation aides.
• Strong documentation and regulatory compliance.

Responsabilités

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plan.
• Coach patient and teach therapeutic massage to ease pain and promote healing.
• Maintain patient records by tracking goals and progress.
• Use standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to guide interventions.
• Document regulatory and clinical information in electronic systems.

Connaissances

Active State Licensure

Supervision of PTAs

Clinical assessment

Patient communication

Description du poste

Principal Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms. Review their medical history and referrals from doctors or surgeons.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plan
• Coach patient and teach them therapeutic massage to ease patients’ pain and provide stimulation to promote healing
• Maintain patient record by keeping track of goals
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Assesses patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.
• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and maintains patient records according to company policy. Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.
• Able to supervise and support physical therapist assistants; rehabilitation aides and/or students.
• Adherence to Company required policy and procedures and code of conduct.
• Active State Licensure

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