Physical Therapist

Family Health Centers of San Diego•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Family Health Centers of San Diego is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat adult patients with a variety of mobility, motor control, and musculoskeletal disorders. The role involves coordinating with patients, caregivers, referral and care teams, physicians, and other health professionals to provide appropriate physical therapy services. Treatment may take place at clinic sites, off-sites, or patients’ homes, depending on caseload and department needs. The Physical Therapist develops and monitors treatment plans, conducts evaluations and re-evaluations, and provides interventions within the scope of practice and established standards of care. The position may include oversight and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as staff, patient, and caregiver training. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to community medicine and culturally competent care for medically underserved people.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligibility to obtain licensure.
Maintain applicable certifications and continuing education requirements necessary to practice in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advanced Resuscitation Training.
Valid California driver’s license, an automobile, proof of minimum car insurance required under California law, and an acceptable driving record.
Occasional travel between sites and other locations is required.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist is preferred.
Bilingual English-Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicate regularly with Referral, Case Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff.
Recommend and follow through with referrals to outside agencies when appropriate.
Explain evaluation results, treatment plans, and goals to patients and/or parents or caregivers.
Provide home program activities and engage patients and/or caregivers in treatment sessions to support carryover at home.
Complete accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in accordance with department standards and patients’ insurance requirements.
Consult with physicians, allied health professionals, and other team members.
Participate in case conferencing and program planning meetings.
Facilitate training and presentations for staff, patients, and parents or caregivers when applicable.
Evaluate patients referred for physical therapy, consultation, and/or early intervention services for pediatric assignments, following patient needs, physician recommendations, and program guidelines.
Monitor and manage own schedule and coordinate with scheduling staff to keep it full.
Provide appropriate oversight and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants; ensure their services are safe, effective, and efficient, and determine when the therapist should provide interventions personally.
Provide treatment at different clinic sites, off-sites, or patient homes according to caseload and department needs.
Plan home visits effectively to use time and resources efficiently.
Provide appropriate treatment in accordance with established standards of care and practice, and design effective treatment plans within scope of practice.
Monitor progress toward treatment goals through periodic observations and assessments, and conduct re-evaluations when indicated.
Perform other duties as assigned.