Physical Therapist- Per Diem

Pine Ridge Care Center; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401 K

PTO

Dental

Job summary

Pine Ridge Care Center is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat residents with physical disabilities, aiming to relieve pain, restore function, and promote healing through exercise, heat, ultrasound, and massage.

Under physician order, the PT will assess neuromuscular and musculoskeletal issues, interpret strength and range-of-motion tests, provide direct patient care, and educate families and caregivers on devices and home safety. COVID-19 vaccine is required by policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Physical Therapy required.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Current California license to practice Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats residents with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal issues.
• Administers and interprets tests for muscle strength, ROM, and related measures.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in use of assistive devices and home safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree 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*

• Medical Benefits
• 401 K
• PTO
• Dental

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