Physical Therapist- Per Diem

Mariner Healthcare; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariner Healthcare seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat residents with physical disabilities, relieving pain and restoring function through exercise, heat, ultrasound, and other therapies.

The role requires performing under physician orders, maintaining records, and instructing patients and caregivers. A state license and relevant degree are essential, with experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Physical Therapy.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment under physician’s order.
• Interprets tests and measurements for muscle strength, ROM and respiratory/circulatory function.
• Provides direct resident treatment per established plan of care.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in use of mobility devices.
• Maintains patient records and documents in compliance with policy and regulations.
• Conducts home assessments to support safe discharge.

Skills

Neuromuscular assessment

Musculoskeletal assessment

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

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 the State, if required by state law.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May provide onsite supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides, and provisional physical therapists per state practice guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable, law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• THER REQUIREMENTS

Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health i

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