Physical Therapist- Full Time

Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SIGN ON BONUS

401K

PTO

MEDICAL

DENTAL

Job summary

Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose in California seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat residents with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions, promoting healing and functional recovery through exercise, heat, ultrasound, massage, and other modalities.

Under a physician order, you will administer plans of care, maintain patient records, and educate patients and families on device use and home exercises.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy issued by State Board.
• One year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal issues.
• Maintains patient records.
• Instructs patients, families, and caregivers in the care and use of assistive devices.
• Completes required forms and documents per regulations.
• Conducts home assessments to ensure safe discharge.
• May provide onsite supervision to rehab staff per state guidelines.

Skills

Physical therapy

Clinical evaluation

Compliance with state regulations

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Master of Science in Physical Therapy

Job description

SUMMARY

Physical Therapist (PT) evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long term physical disabilities to relieve pain, restore function, and promote healing by applying the therapeutic properties of exercise, heat, ultrasound, massage and other forms of treatment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Under a physician’s order, performs the following within scope of practice and federal guidelines:

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems.
• Administers and interprets tests and measurements for muscle strength, coordination, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
• Provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care.
• Instructs patients, families, and caregivers in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and other devices.
• Maintains patient records.
• Devises special tools and treatment for the specific needs of patients.
• Conducts home assessments as appropriate to ensure discharge of residents to a safe environment.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Covid 19 vaccine required.
• Must be in compliance with the state of California covid mandates.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy.
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy issued by State’s Board of Allied Health Professionals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May provide onsite supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides, and provisional physical therapists per state practice guidelines.

BENEFITS

• *SIGN ON BONUS*
• 401K
• PTO
• MEDICAL
• DENTAL

Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.