Physical Therapist- Per Diem

Mariner Healthcare; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SIGN ON BONUS

401 K

PTO

Medical

Dental

Job summary

Mariner Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to evaluate and treat residents and patients with temporary or long-term physical disabilities. The role aims to relieve pain, restore function, and promote healing using exercise, heat, ultrasound, massage, and other treatments.

Under a physician’s order, the PT will evaluate, plan and administer treatment, maintain records, and instruct patients and caregivers. State license in CA and COVID vaccination are required.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Physical Therapy.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy issued by State’s Board of Allied Health Professionals.
• Covid-19 vaccine required.
• Must be in compliance with the state of California Covid mandate.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems.
• Adminsisters 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.

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

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 vacinne 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*
• 401 K
• PTO
• Medical
• Dental

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