PHYS THER II FULL TIME

AHMC Healthcare•Daly City, CA

2d•$60 - $69

About The Position

The Physical Therapist II works under the immediate supervision of the Rehabilitation Services Director and provides physical therapy services in a skilled nursing facility for short-term rehabilitation. The role evaluates patients, plans and administers physician-prescribed physical therapy treatments and modalities, and supports recovery of function and prevention of disability following injury, disease, or physical disability. The therapist helps patients achieve their highest possible level of performance and functioning through effective, efficient, quality care. The position coordinates, delegates, and supervises assigned supportive staff, including PTAs, PTLAs, and PT aides. It also ensures accurate and timely patient charges, completes required documentation and billing, contributes to staff orientation and education, and performs other duties as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

Graduation from a school of Physical Therapy approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association.
Two years of experience as a Physical Therapist.
Current valid California State Board of Medical Examiners physical therapist license, or eligibility for licensure at the time of appointment.
Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association for the Healthcare Provider.
Knowledge of physical therapy principles and practices and of the practices of other disciplines.
Ability to evaluate, plan, and carry out physical therapy rehabilitation programs for individual patients.
Ability to explain, demonstrate, and teach physical therapy rehabilitation measures.
Ability to supervise supportive personnel and work effectively with others in an interdisciplinary team.
Beginning ability to work independently and seek direction or consultation as needed.
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Membership in the APTA is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Evaluate referred patients using appropriate functional assessments related to physical therapy.
Identify appropriate goals and administer effective treatment plans.
Implement and modify treatment plans efficiently.
Observe and evaluate treatment effects and recommend changes to the physician as needed.
Develop teaching plans based on identified learning needs, evaluate learning effectiveness, and provide family training as appropriate.
Complete documentation required by policy, procedure, or regulation.
Delegate and supervise patient treatment performed by PTAs and PT aides, and co-sign their notes.
Participate in in-service education programs and clinical instruction of students.
Ensure patient charges are accurate and complete billing sheets accurately by the end of the day.
Assist with orientation of registry and newly hired staff as directed, and provide orientation to newly hired staff.
Instruct and provide in-services to other disciplines about physical therapy functions.
Keep abreast of current trends and developments in physical therapy and rehabilitation.
Participate in professional activities to support personal development and contribute to the profession.
Adhere to the APTA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy.
Attend department staff meetings or read and sign off on missed meeting minutes.
Meet position-specific expectations, three professional goals, and daily productivity targets at least 90% of the time.
Maintain 24 hours of continuing education, including hospital in-services and seminar attendance.
Give two in-services and provide six hours of teaching.
Remain flexible and organized and function effectively under stressful situations.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.