Physical Therapist- Per Diem

Apploi; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Medical

Dental

401 K

PTO

Job summary

Mariner Healthcare seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat residents with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions, relieving pain and restoring function under a physician’s order.

The role requires a PT degree, a current California license, and compliance with state/federal guidelines. You will educate patients and families, supervise assistants as allowed, and maintain accurate records. A sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Physical Therapy.
• California license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Covid-19 vaccine required and CA mandate compliance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal issues.
• Administer tests to measure strength, range of motion, and respiratory function.
• Maintain patient records per policy and regulations.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on devices and home care.
• May provide onsite supervision to assistants per state guidelines.

Skills

Clinical experience

Licensed Physical Therapist

Education

Bachelor or Master 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.

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.
• Covid 19 vacine required
• Must be in compliance with the state of California Covid Mandate

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
• Dental
• 401 K
• PTO

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