Physical Therapist (PT)

1 Legacy, Inc; Lucerne (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization seeks a Staff Physical Therapist in California. The role includes evaluating and treating patients, coordinating with healthcare teams, and maintaining documentation. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and possess strong communication skills. This position ensures compliance with state regulations and involves supervising assistance staff in rehabilitation. Competitive compensation and a commitment to professional development offered.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Ability to evaluate and report patient progress.
• Good organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients within 24 hrs of referral.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Communicate patient progress with the healthcare team.
• Maintain thorough documentation of patient services.

Skills

Evaluating patients

Developing treatment plans

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients/residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Provides Physical Therapy services including treatment planning & implementation, and discharge planning. Tests patient’s physical abilities analyzing rehabilitation goals; consult with rehab team in order to coordinate the most effective physical therapy program. Organizational Relationships: Supervises: Responsible for the care delivered by PTAs, Rehab Technician.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of physician referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician, and treat patients/residents according to physician’s treatment plan.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor, other members of the rehabilitation team, and nursing staff on the patient’s treatment plan, progress, and prognosis.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, 14 day progress report to the physician, and discharge summaries per policy and procedure.
• Instruct patient/resident’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program.
• Secure necessary durable medical equipment for patients/residents to facilitate independence in mobility: i.e. orthoses, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Submits logs and all billing information on a timely basis.
• Reports any problem areas/equipment within each facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately.
• Comply with the State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California Labor Board Guidelines.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Physical Therapy.

Contact: 951-251-0997

Additional Information

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