Physical Therapist

Company: Lags Spine and Sportcare Medical Centers Inc
Location: Fresno
Posted on: February 13, 2020

Job Description:

Description: We are looking for an experienced Physical Therapist to join our patient rehabilitation staff and provide therapy and rehabilitations service to patients while maintaining the premier quality of our service. The physical therapist will diagnose and treat patients who have health conditions that limit their ability to move and perform everyday activities. As well as work to promote overall wellness and boost their quality of life and ensures all provided therapeutic services to meet all regulatory licensure and accrediting.Duties and responsibilities Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards. Develop Plan of Treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing Evaluations including short- and long-term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement. Implement Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress. Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures. Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable. Report patient progress to patient, patient caregivers and loved ones, facility staff and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment/care of patients. Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate in-home care services. Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc. Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.. Requirements: BS or masters degree in Physical Therapy from a physical therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association Current Physical Therapy license for state of California (Required) At least 2 years of experience providing physical therapy to patients in a fully equipped PT facility Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (with AED).Physical requirements:Must be able to help lift patients at time 100+ weight.Direct reports:Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical therapist aide.

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