Physical Therapist

Job Summary: The Physical Therapist assesses, plans, implements prescribed physical therapy treatments and supervises individual patient care.

Provides quality services autonomously in a Hospital setting. Assists patients to prevent disability and aims toward the promotion of maximal patient and caregiver participation. Responsible for the recovery program following disease, injury, surgery or loss of a body part.

Provides care according to Physical Therapy, Medical Center policies and procedures and the application of treatment techniques in accordance with discipline specific designated practice act. Provides in-patients services under physician's orders. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants upon request.

Participates in case conferences and discharge planning meetings and coordinates with Case Manager for the patient who may continue to require Physical Therapy services after hospital discharge. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience: Master's Degree in Physical Therapy required.

A combination of education, training and experience in Physical Therapy is acceptable. No experience required.

Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of required equipment, assessment tools, and Home Medical Equipment (HME). Knowledgeable in documentation required by regulatory agencies.

Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment. Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications: Current license by California Board of Physical Therapy required.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association required.

California Children Services (CCS)-Paneled required if assigned to Pediatric Rehabilitation or fulfill CCS paneling requirements within twelve months from hire date.