Physical Therapist (Per Diem)

Description The Registered Physical Therapist ensures Physical Therapy services are delivered appropriately, meeting regulations. Provides quality Physical Therapy services in a timely manner to patients according to a written plan of care. ##### Professional Duties - Maintain member confidentiality at all times (HIPAA). - Provides direct planned patient therapy services (within scope of practice) under the direction and orders of a Physician/Practitioner and according to agency policies and patient plan of care. - Completes initial and ongoing assessments to determine level of functioning, including OASIS assessments at appropriate times. - Develops and revises the plan of care, in consultation with the physician/practitioner and other team members as appropriate, which establishes goals and incorporates therapeutic, preventative and rehabilitative therapy services as appropriate. - Provides an evaluation of DME assignments/needs as appropriate. - Advises and consults with patient, family, and other team members as appropriate regarding safety, plan and outcome of care, and discharge planning. - Provides health teaching to patient and/or caregiver regarding treatment and plan of care. Education will utilize terms and teaching methods that are customized to the learning needs of the patient and/or caregiver. - Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care, this may include preparing clinical and progress notes as appropriate. Documentation will be completed in a timely manner and according to the organizations documentation expectations. - Performs supervisory visits of Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides as appropriate. - Participates in team meetings and in-service programs as required. - Weekend shift coverage as needed. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Serve as an ambassador for Desert Oasis Healthcare and Family Hospice Care at all times and positively shape the customer experience - Be knowledgeable about your job so that you can serve others effectively - Let your patients, customers and co-workers know what they can expect from you and follow through ##### Qualifications - High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's (BSPT), Master's (MPT), or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in Physical Therapy required. - Current California Physical Therapy License. - Minimum of 1 to 2 years recent acute care experience required. 1-2 years in Home Health preferred. - Basic computer skills. - Ability to manage time and stay organized. - Good communication skills, detail oriented, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills. - Current California Driving License and proof of insurance. - BLS required within 60 days of hire. ##### Physical Demands Type Description Sitting Approximately 40% of day Standing Approximately 30% of day Walking Approximately 30% of day Lifting 0 - 50 lbs (charts, supplies, patients) - approximately 25% of day Bending Frequently-approximately 50% Hearing/Visual Acuity Adequate for use with computers, telephone and or Blackberry - Approx 50% of day Computer Highly technical work environment - Must be able to work = 6 hours / day using keyboard, mouse and monitor Reaching Above head 75 degrees - approximately 10% Hand grip dexterity Frequency-approximately 20%