Physical Therapist

Rialto Healthcare•Rialto, CA

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients and communicates with patients, clients, and team members. The role maintains documentation of services in medical records and conducts ongoing in-services and training for patients, clients, and team members in restorative techniques. All duties must be completed in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements, and company policies and procedures. The position supports the company’s mission and values by providing high-quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity. It also supervises Therapist Assistants and therapy students in direct patient care, ensuring that the plan of care and patient-related activities are carried out in accordance with the applicable state practice act and reimbursement regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college or university.
Valid state license or eligibility to obtain a license in the state where services are provided.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to represent the company ethically and professionally and maintain accountability.
Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients.
Communicate with patients, clients, and team members.
Maintain documentation of services in the medical record.
Conduct ongoing in-services and training for patients, clients, and team members on restorative techniques.
Complete duties in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements, and company policies and procedures.
Demonstrate commitment to the company's mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior.
Model a positive and professional image that supports the organization's mission and encourages cooperation with co-workers.
Assist co-workers and promote teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results.
Ensure residents are treated fairly and with kindness, dignity, and respect, and that their rights are protected.
Respect residents' personal and property rights while carrying out duties, including knocking before entering a resident's room.
Comply with company and departmental policies and procedures.
Supervise Therapist Assistants and therapy students in direct patient care and patient-related activities according to the plan of care, state practice act, and reimbursement regulations.