Physical Therapist- Per Diem

Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SIGN ON BONUS

401K

PTO

MEDICAL

DENTAL

Job summary

Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat residents and patients, relieve pain, restore function, and promote healing using exercise, heat, ultrasound, massage and other modalities.

Requirements include a Bachelor or Master in Physical Therapy, California license, and at least 1 year of clinical experience preferred; supervision of assistants may be part of the role. Benefits include a sign-on bonus, 401K, PTO, medical and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy in California.
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients.
• Administers and interprets tests for muscle strength, range of motion, and related functions.
• Provides direct resident treatment per an established plan of care.
• Instructs patients and families in use of assistive devices.
• Maintains patient records and ensures compliance with policies and regulations.
• May supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and Rehab Aides per state guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Science 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.
• Covid 19 vaccine required.
• Must be in compliance with the state of California covid mandates.

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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

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

BENEFITS

• *SIGN ON BONUS*
• 401K
• PTO
• MEDICAL
• DENTAL

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