Physical Therapy- Per Diem

Mariner Healthcare; San Pablo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariner Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat residents with physical disabilities to relieve pain and restore function. Responsibilities include planning treatment under physician orders, teaching patients and families, and maintaining detailed records in line with state and federal guidelines.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and a current California license; clinical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed PT in the state with current credentials.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to plan and implement therapy according to a care plan.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and plan treatments for neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Administer tests for muscle strength, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
• Provide direct resident treatment per an established plan of care.
• Instruct patients and caregivers in use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and braces.
• Maintain patient records and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Patient education

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.

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.

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