Weekend Per diem Physical Therapist

By the Bay Health • Sonoma, CA

82d • $69 - $76

About The Position

By The Bay Health, a non-profit established in 1975, set the standard for hospice in the U.S. by emphasizing the role of the patient in making important medical decisions. Our spectrum of home-based services now includes Skilled Home Health Care, Palliative Care, Adult Hospice Care and Pediatric Care. Our team approach strives to address practical, social, emotional and spiritual aspects of care, with the goal to maximize quality of life for our patients, caregivers and families. This per diem position offers competitive pay, generous benefits and a supportive work environment. We are searching for a Home Health Physical Therapist that will provide evaluation and therapeutic services in the home. Care is directed at rehabilitation to maximize patient independence and adaptation in the patient's home.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Education program
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
• One year's experience in a health care setting preferred
• Current California license in Physical Therapy

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient care needs on admission and on an on‑going basis
• Plans and coordinates the treatment program based on the patient assessment and consultation with the physician
• Implements the treatment plan and makes revisions as required, under the physician’s plan of treatment
• Notifies physician and other appropriate agency personnel of changes in the patient's condition
• Documents patient assessment and on‑going care concisely according to agency policy and standards of practice

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous benefits
• Supportive work environment

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees