Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients across all age ranges (neonatal to geriatric) receive comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and individualized treatment plans so they can regain functional independence and achieve their rehabilitation potential.
Every day you will appropriately assess patients of varying diagnoses and disorders, establish functional goals in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and develop, implement, and modify treatment plans. You will be expected to utilize evidenced-based practice, provide patient/caregiver education, complete case management activities, coordinate treatment with external sources, develop and implement discharge plans, and supervise assistants, aides, and volunteers.
To be successful in this role you must possess a thorough knowledge of physical therapy techniques and diagnostic tests, be able to complete comprehensive evaluations with justification for medical necessity, perform heavy physical tasks, demonstrate flexibility in work routine, manage an equitable caseload, and have strong knowledge of computer systems for electronic documentation.
Job Requirements
Required
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Bachelors Other in Physical Therapy from auniversity or college accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association or Masters Other in Physical Therapy from auniversity or college accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association or Doctorate Of Science in Physical Therapy from a university or college accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association
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Physical Therapist: CA, upon hire
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Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Preferred
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Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association
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Experience in an acute care hospital, rehabilitation center and outpatient setting.
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1951, Dignity Health - Mark Twain Medical Center is a 25-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Andreas, California. Serving over 90,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including cancer care, emergency care, and orthopedics. Mark Twain Medical Center also includes four Family Medical Clinics offering exams, immunizations, and care for minor injuries. Additionally, Mark Twain Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.It is the only medical facility in Calavaras County.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Pay Range
$52.39 - $66.48 /hour
