Physical Therapist I - Outpatient FT Days

Torrance Memorial; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide exceptional patient care. In this role, you will evaluate patients, develop tailored treatment plans, and implement effective therapies to enhance their functional abilities. Your expertise will be crucial in guiding patients and their families through the treatment process, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. This position offers a collaborative environment where your contributions can make a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about helping others and advancing your career in a supportive setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Evaluates patients and develops treatment plans.
• Maintains clinical records and updates physicians on patient conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to enhance functional levels.
• Instructs patients and families on treatment regimens.
• Participates in program development and clinical training.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Physical Therapy Techniques

Clinical Record Maintenance

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor's in Physical Therapy

Job description

Under general supervision, evaluates patients, identifies problems, prepares and implements patient education and provides direct patient care to help the individual reach his/her potential. Position is autonomous for clinical provision of care in their area of practice within their scope and follows standards of care.
Core Competencies
Evaluates patients to obtain and interpret data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
Analyzes evaluation results to identify the patients major problems, establishes goals with the patient, and develops and adjusts treatment programs.
Performs treatments based on evaluation results aimed at increasing a patients functional level. This includes but is not limited to developing or restoring strength, coordination, endurance, range of motion, and motor skills, or relieving pain as well as applying physical agents such as heat, cold, electricity, light and water.
Maintains clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician changes in the patient's condition.
Instructs patients family/caregiver and other health care personnel in patient's treatment regimen when indicated and appropriate.
Performs peer review and participates in performance evaluation through level I therapists.
Participates in the planning and developing of existing and new programs, procedures and policies.
Supervises daily operation as needed.
Evaluates and makes positive suggestions for change in the environment.
Seeks supervisor/manager as appropriate.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of physical therapy through attendance of seminars, workshops, lectures, individual research, and review of current literature, Shares knowledge with staff through in-services and clinical training.
Adheres to productivity standards established per area.
Demonstrates a cost conscious attitude in use of and ordering supplies and equipment.
Maintains medication security to authorized personnel only.
Education
Degree	Program
Bachelors	Physical Therapy
Experience
Number of Years Experience	Type of Experience
0
License / Certification Requirements
PT license or Valid Physical Therapy license applicant status
BCLS or ACLS Certification
Compensation Range $47.22 - $77.67/hr