Physical Therapist- Full Time

Pine Ridge Care Center; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Medical Benefits

401 K

PTO

Dental

Job summary

Pine Ridge Care Center in San Rafael, CA seeks a Physical Therapist (PT) to evaluate and treat residents with acute or chronic mobility challenges, relieve pain, and restore function using exercise, manual therapy, and modalities.

You will assess neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions, develop treatment plans, educate patients and families, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with the care team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Physical Therapy.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy in California.
• One year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal issues.
• Administers and interprets tests and measurements for muscle strength, range of motion, and related functions.
• Provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care.
• Instructs patients and families in use of assistive devices and home exercise programs.
• Maintains patient records and contributes to care planning.
• Conducts home assessments to ensure safe discharge and continuity of care.
• Completes required forms and documents in line with regulations and policies.
• May supervise assistants per state guidelines.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Document patient records

Education

Bachelor or 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*

• Medical Benefits
• 401 K
• PTO
• Dental

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