Join our team! We are looking for a Staff Physical Therapist to be a part of our work family .
General Purpose
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
Essential Duties

• Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in the medical record clearly defines cause for delay.
• Develop an effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from a referring physician.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. ? Assist the nursing department with the training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient-related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem, and plans.
• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
• Participate in in-service training programs for other staff in the facility.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per PT Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in the maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Job Types: Part-time, PRN, Full-time
Pay: From $55.00 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Porterville, CA 93257: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapy License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person