Physical Therapist-Per Diem

Fremont Healthcare Center; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401K

PTO

Job summary

Fremont Healthcare Center is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to evaluate and treat residents and patients with physical disabilities, aiming to relieve pain and restore function using exercise, heat, ultrasound and other therapies.

The role requires a PT degree (BSc or MSc), a current license, and CA COVID mandates compliance. One year of clinical experience is preferred; benefits include medical, dental, 401K and PTO.

Qualifications

• PT degree required: BSc or MSc in Physical Therapy.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy issued by State Board.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• COVID-19 vaccine required.
• Must comply with California COVID mandate.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal problems.
• Performs tests for muscle strength, range of motion and respiratory/circulatory efficiency.
• Provides direct resident treatment per established plan of care.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in use of assistive devices.
• Maintains patient records and documents per policy and regulations.
• Conducts home assessments to ensure safe discharge.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Documentation

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.

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.