Physical Therapist
Yuba City, California, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physical Therapist
Specialty Orthopedic
Salary 90,000 – 100,000 yearly
Position Type Full Time
Work Environment Outpatient
Location 95953, Live Oak, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship Yes

Job Description

Last Update: 9/27/24

Wanted Physical Therapists

We pride ourselves on providing outstanding care and support to our residents. Located in the heart of Antioch, CA, we are a leading skilled nursing facility committed to improving the lives of our residents through exceptional rehabilitation services.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Physical Therapist to join our team. The Physical Therapist is responsible for duties including patient evaluation, program development, program implementation and utilizing techniques and modalities necessary to provide competent physical therapy services to individuals with acquired brain injury and other neurologic diagnoses at all levels of function.

Salary: We offer a Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $110,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 2-3 weeks PTO time, $1,500 for CME annual allowance an bonuses.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 9AM-5PM

Patient Volume: 8-12 patients a day

Insurance Mix: Medicare & Major Medical Commercial Insurances

Team Structure: 3 Physical Therapists, 2 Physical Therapist Assistants, 4 Rehab Techs

Conditions We Treat: Lower Back Pain, Shoulder Pain, Knee Pain, Chronic Pain, Elbow Pain, Neck Pain, Osteoarthritis

Types of Patients: Young Adults to Geriatric Patients from 21 years old to 85 year olds+

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform comprehensive evaluations of residents to determine their physical capabilities and treatment needs.
  • Develop and implement personalized treatment plans aimed at improving residents' strength, mobility, and functional independence.
  • Initiates and maintains therapeutic programs.
  • Administers initial evaluations, identifies primary impairments, administers appropriate outcome measures, develops and implements appropriate treatment plans.
  • Implements patient treatment programs, including therapy, vestibular rehabilitation, home evaluations with recommendations, orthotic and assistive device recommendations, and therapeutic home programs. Executing these programs may include involving the patients in various types of mobility exercises, neurodevelopment sequence exercises, flexibility exercises and extremity manipulations. In addition, assists with the physical integration of individuals with brain injuries to various types of surfaces including hills, stairs, even and uneven surfaces. This very often requires an ability to provide patients with virtually all levels of assistance from standby to dependent assistance.
  • Provides pain relief modalities including application of hot packs, cold packs, "Omni stim" units, neuromuscular stimulation unit, transcutaneous nerve stimulation units. Other modalities could include the ability to perform light and deep massage.
  • Keeps constant check on progress to ascertain programs' effectiveness. Reviews and updates patient programs through interim evaluations.
  • Instructs clinic aides of treatment plan to be completed daily. Supervises clinic aides and students and is available at all times to provide advice or treatment.
  • Performs charting and reporting.

Requirements:

  • Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of California.
  • Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution (Master's or Doctorate).
  • Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or working with the geriatric population is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of $90,000 to $110,000 with full benefits package.
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our diverse and dynamic workplace

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