Physical Therapist (Focus Therapy) HRA-761 (Sign-on Bonus!)

Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital; Hollister (CA); Sur place; USD 82 656 - 111 585; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Résumé du poste

A healthcare facility in California is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist. The role involves evaluating and implementing physical therapy services for patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, reassessing patient progress, and communicating with an interdisciplinary team. Candidates should have a degree in Physical Therapy, appropriate licenses, and possess strong clinical and communication skills. Compensation is $60.00 to $81.00 hourly, and relocation to Hollister, CA, is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Doctorate or Master’s degree preferred).
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• 1–2 years preferred in both acute and outpatient settings; new graduates with strong clinical rotations may be considered.

Responsabilités

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy interventions to patients in acute care.
• Deliver outpatient physical therapy services.
• Reassess patient progress regularly and adjust plans.
• Communicate with healthcare providers regarding patient status.
• Educate patients and families on treatment goals and exercises.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in department meetings and training.
• Supervise and mentor PTAs, aides, and students.
• Ensure patient safety and infection control standards.

Connaissances

Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities

Ability to manage a varied caseload

Proficient in electronic documentation system

Formation

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

1–2 years experience in acute and outpatient settings

Description du poste

The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing evidence-based physical therapy services for patients in both acute inpatient and outpatient settings. The PT promotes optimal function and quality of life by restoring mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. This role requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care across a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations in accordance with established hospital protocols and professional standards.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, physician orders, and patient goals.
• Provide therapy interventions to patients in the acute care setting, including post-surgical, orthopedic, neurological, and medically complex cases.
• Deliver outpatient physical therapy services for patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and cardiopulmonary conditions.
• Reassess patient progress regularly and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare providers regarding patient status and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on treatment goals, exercises, home programs, and injury prevention.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Participate in department meetings, in-service training, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor physical therapy assistants (PTAs), aides, and students as appropriate.
• Ensure patient safety and uphold infection control standards at all times.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently in both settings.
• Proficient in electronic documentation system.

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Doctorate or Master’s degree preferred).
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• 1–2 years preferred in both acute and outpatient settings; new graduates with strong clinical rotations may be considered.

Job Type: Full-time, Day Shift

Pay: $60.00 to $81.00 hourly

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Relocation required: Hollister, CA 95023. Must relocate before starting work.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, physical exam, drug test, and verification of education qualifications and credentials.

San Benito Health Care District is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination and harassment against employees, applicants for employment, individuals providing services in the workplace pursuant to a contract, and volunteers based on their actual or perceived: race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), age (40 and over), sexual orientation, status, military and veteran status and any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law (sometimes referred to, collectively, as “protected characteristics”).