Physical Therapist (PT) -Full time
Company: Affinity Executive Search
Location: Santa Ana
Posted on: June 19, 2022
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Job Description:
Physical Therapist (PT) full time Seeking a Physical Therapist
to join our team in CA Provide the kind of care that will help
change patients lives for the better. As an Associate, your
dedication and commitment deserve respect and recognition. If youre
looking for a career and straightforward and realistic care
expectations, maybe its time to look at our company. The Physical
Therapist evaluates and treats residents, under orders from a
physician, through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures
designed to restore loss of muscle strength, coordination and body
alignment, to relieve pain and to improve movement and function.
The Physical Therapist participates as a member of the
interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the
area of Physical Therapy. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Review available
resident information and evaluate the impact of this information on
the assessment and treatment process. 2. Conduct and document a
thorough functional assessment of the resident, utilizing
standardized procedures. Assessment of home/vocational and
equipment needs. 3. Develop and implement an individualized
treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable
functional goals. 4. Comply with evaluation, treatment and
documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and
accurate department records. 5. Instruct Assistants in treatment
procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such
staff members are working with residents. 6. Enter a progress note
in the resident record following each treatment session. 7. Revise
treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
Physical Therapist 8. Document the course of treatment in a clear
concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format. 9. Orient
residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate
to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any
procedures. 10.Work with nursing staff, resident and families to
maximize residents use of functional abilities. 11. Instruct
residents and family/other caregiver about exercise programs and
therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident at home
following treatment. 12. Assist in the referral process when a
resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintain
current knowledge of community resources. 13. Attend and
participate in, or provide information for rehabilitation team
conferences regarding resident progress, problems or needs. 14.
Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as
required. 15. Access continuing education opportunities appropriate
to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical
competency. 16. Participate in the quality improvement process. 17.
Promote the programs and services of Heritage Healthcare through
formal and informal interactions with the community. 18. Act in
compliance with Heritage Healthcares regulatory and professional
standards and guidelines. 19. Provide input to the Rehab Manager on
clinical performance of assistants, as requested and appropriate.
20. Adhere to facility policies and procedures and participate in
facility quality improvement and safety programs. 21. Perform other
duties as assigned and required to provide quality care to
residents. 22. Understand reimbursement by various payers and
allocates therapy resources efficiently in accordance with resident
goals and outcomes related to discharge destination. 23.
Demonstrate a knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage
Determination, and third party reimbursement guidelines. 24.
Support the companys commitment to Compassionate Care; projects a
professional image to foster confidence in the Rehab Program. 25.
Perform duties in an independent manner and recognizes situations
where direct supervision is needed; willingly helping others. 26.
Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed
and is expected for your position at your particular
facility/facilities. This job description does not list all the
duties of the job. You may be asked by the supervisors or managers
to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon
your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
QUALIFICATIONS 1. Bachelor/Masters of Science degree in Physical
Therapy. 2. Current license in the state of practice. 3. Prefer
supervision, training and/or experience in a setting serving the
same age/type of resident population served by this facility. 4.
Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in
identified areas of specialization. 5. Excellent oral and written
communication and interpersonal skills. 6. Demonstrated competency
in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used
in physical therapy. 7. Ability to assess resident needs and
develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care. 8. Knowledge of
accreditation standards and compliance requirements. 9. Ability to
complete the following activities safely, and at times, for
prolonged periods: Standing: Maintaining an upright position on the
feet, especially for prolonged periods of time Pushing: Applying
pressure and exerting force against an object for the purpose of
moving it forward or away from the source of the force push or pull
force up to 35 lbs. Lifting: Raising an object from a lower to a
higher position, or moving an object laterally, from position to
position Required to lift up to 50 lbs of force independently. May
be required to lift over 50 lbs with assistance of another person
or a mechanical lift Stooping: Bending the body forward and down
from the waist, hips and knees, sometimes for a prolonged length of
time. Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction away
from the body Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent
falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or
moving surfaces
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