Physical Therapist needed for SNF in Delano, CA!

Sweetwater Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide compassionate care, assess movement dysfunction, and design individualized treatment plans for patients recovering from injuries or conditions.

You will educate patients and families, document progress in the electronic health record, supervise PT assistants, and participate in trainings to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active state licensure as a physical therapist.
• Ability to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Experience documenting patient progress and discharge summaries.
• Supervise PT assistants and rehab aides as needed.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to assess physical condition and history.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction through observation and patient interview.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with health team and supervise aides.
• Participate in trainings and compliance activities.

Skills

Patient assessment

Therapy planning

Communication with patients

Education

Active State Licensure

Job description

Principal Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms. Review their medical history and referrals from doctors or surgeons.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plan
• Coach patient and teach them therapeutic massage to ease patients’ pain and provide stimulation to promote healing
• Maintain patient record by keeping track of goals
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Assesses patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.
• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and maintains patient records according to company policy. Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.
• Able to supervise and support physical therapist assistants; rehabilitation aides and/or students.
• Adherence to Company required policy and procedures and code of conduct.
• Active State Licensure

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