Physical Therapist II

Dignity Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 70,298 - 104,559; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Physical Therapist for Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, California. The role involves evaluating patients, administering treatment, and maintaining accurate documentation of care. Candidates must have a California Physical Therapist license and basic CPR certification. The position offers a pay range of $51.03 to $75.90 per hour, along with opportunities to work collaboratively within a dedicated medical team.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in rehabilitation is required.
• Must hold a California Physical Therapist license.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient initial evaluations and establish treatment plans.
• Administer treatment using accepted therapy procedures.
• Document daily treatments accurately and communicate patient status.
• Collaborate with medical team members regarding patient goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Teaching techniques

Education

Physical Therapist: CA (PT:CA)

Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR)

Driver's License: CA (AUTO:CA)

Auto Insurance (AUTO-INS)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

In keeping with the Hospice/Home Healthcare philosophy, the Physical Therapist performs all phases of physical therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment and documentation, and performs other tasks related to quality of care and effective department function. Performs such typical distinguishing duties as: evaluating patients, participating in the treatment program planning; administering physical therapy modalities, procedures and tests; documenting accurate patient records and progress notes; maintaining appropriate oral or written contact with the referring physician and co-workers. Ensures a clean and safe work environment by being alert for unsafe conditions and malfunctioning equipment and using appropriate procedures for their correction; supervises Certified Home Health Aides in the participation in the overall treatment program. Assists DPCS, Hospice Supervisor, and QI Coordinator with QI as required. Performs other related duties, such as participating in all departmental functions and activities as required, including in-service education, clerical and other tasks relevant to effective department function as necessary.

Job Duties

• Performs patient initial and reevaluations; establishes and implements treatment plan, accordingly.
• Administers treatment plan using accepted therapy procedures; oversees therapist extenders (aides) in the implementation of established treatment plans.
• Teaches patient and/or caregiver in functional activities and treatment techniques of physical therapy as appropriate to meet their needs.
• Documents daily on the appropriate forms using clear and concise data. Records treatments accurately and communicates patients status/progress in Patient Care Conference and DIC summaries. Submits documentation at least weekly.
• Communicates regularly with other members of the medical team regarding goals, progress, and rehabilitative potential. Works as a collaborative member of the treatment team.
• Maintains the standards of conduct as promulgated by the American Physical Therapy Association (as a registered Physical Therapist); adheres to the professional code of ethics in the performance of duties.

Requirements

• Two years professional experience in rehabilitation.
• Physical Therapist: CA (PT:CA)
• Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR)
• Driver's License: CA (AUTO:CA)
• Auto Insurance (AUTO-INS)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Training

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately; possesses good interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of the principles, techniques, and procedures within the scope of their practice as a Physical Therapist.
• Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Demonstrates ability to function in a team environment, collaborating with other patient-care team members, physicians, and patients and their families. Ability to teach techniques and procedures of physical therapy to patients and their caregivers.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.

Where You'll Work

Marian Regional Medical Center, a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria, California, is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian’s beautiful mission‑style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not‑for‑profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services – all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Marian's offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies, an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, neonatal intensive care unit, and an array of women's services.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$51.03 - $75.90 /hour