Physical Therapist, Per Diem, Day shift

Adventist Health; Templeton (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in California seeks a Physical Therapist responsible for planning and conducting treatment programs to restore physical, social, and mental functions. The ideal candidate requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and must be licensed in California. Experience in physical therapy is preferred along with CPR or BLS certification. This role emphasizes patient evaluation, care planning, and supervising assistants while ensuring quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree required if licensed after January 2016.
• Two years' Physical Therapy experience preferred.
• Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice required.
• CPR or BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts treatment programs for physical, social, and mental functions.
• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation.
• Develops individualized care and discharge plans.

Skills

Therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols

Completing evaluations for quality standards

Supervision of assistants

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

Job description

Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT) at Adventist Health, Templeton, California

Located in Templeton amongst the oak trees, Adventist Health Twin Cities has been serving northern San Luis Obispo County since 1977. Comprised of a 122-bed acute care facility, our team provides exceptional care in emergency medicine, orthopedics, obstetrics, digestive disorders, wound care, and various medical, surgical and outpatient services. Locals enjoy weekly farmers markets in downtown Templeton, farm-to-fork dining, beautiful landscapes for hiking and biking, and beach days just fifteen minutes away at Cambria and Morro Bay.

Job Summary

Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions, while meeting department objectives. Serves as co-leader in interdisciplinary approach to patient groups.

Job Requirements

• Education and Work Experience: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree: Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2016
• Two years' Physical Therapy experience: Preferred

• Licenses/Certifications: Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions

• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools and establishes individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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