Physical Therapist- Full Time

Mariner Healthcare; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401 K

PTO

Dental

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Mariner Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat residents and patients with physical disabilities, aiming to relieve pain, restore function, and promote healing through exercise, heat, ultrasound, and massage.

Under physician orders, the PT will assess neuromuscular and musculoskeletal concerns, document progress, and educate patients and families on devices and home exercises. California licensure is required, with prior clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats residents and patients under physician order.
• Maintains patient records and documents per policy.
• Educates patients and caregivers on devices and home exercises.
• Conducts home assessments to ensure safe discharge.
• May supervise PT Assistants and Rehab staff per state guidelines.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care planning

Documentation

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Physical Therapy

Current physical therapy license

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*

• Medical Benefits
• 401 K
• PTO
• Dental

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