Physical Therapist-Per Diem

Driftwood Healthcare Center-Hayward; Hayward (CA); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Driftwood Healthcare Center-Hayward is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to evaluate and treat residents and patients with temporary or long-term disabilities, aiming to relieve pain and restore function through exercise, heat, ultrasound, massage, and other modalities.

Under physician orders, the PT plans and administers therapy, conducts assessments of strength, range of motion, coordination, and respiratory efficiency, and educates patients and families on device use.

Formación

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy.
• One year of clinical experience preferred.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy issued by State’s Board.
• Covid-19 vaccine required.
• Must comply with the state of California Covid Mandate.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal problems.
• Administers and interprets tests for muscle strength, coordination, ROM, and respiratory/circulatory efficiency.
• Provides direct resident treatment according to an established plan of care.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in use of devices.
• Maintains patient records.
• Devises tools and treatment for patient needs.
• Conducts home assessments to ensure safe discharge.
• Completes required forms and documents per policy and regulations.

Conocimientos

Clinical assessment

Educación

Bachelor or Master of Science in Physical Therapy

Descripción del empleo

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.

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