Physical Therapist - PRN

PACS•Concord, CA

66d•$65

About The Position

As a Staff Physical Therapist, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and treating patients within our post-acute care setting. You will collaborate with families, physicians, and other healthcare team members to develop and implement effective treatment plans, focusing on restoring function, mobility, and overall quality of life for our residents.

Requirements

Current and in good standing Physical Therapist license in the state of California.
Ability to meet continuing education requirements per state practices.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills for effective patient and team interaction.
Compassion, empathy, and patience when working with patients experiencing pain and mobility challenges.
Excellent time management and detail-orientation skills for managing caseloads and documentation.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations within 24 hours or 1 business day of physician referral.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and physician orders.
Provide therapeutic interventions, including exercises, manual therapy, and the use of specialized equipment, to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and reduce pain.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) in direct patient care, ensuring adherence to state practice acts.
Communicate regularly with the care team, including supervisors, nurses, and other therapists, regarding patient progress and discharge planning.
Educate patients and their families or nursing staff on maintenance programs and caregiver training to support independence upon discharge.
Recommend and facilitate the ordering of durable medical equipment (DME) to enhance patient mobility and safety.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, daily treatment notes, and progress reports in accordance with state and payer requirements.
Participate in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and in-service training programs.