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Central Business Solutions lists this Physical Therapist - Permanent opportunity in hayward, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physical Therapist - Client Rehabilitation Services
Shift : 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (5 Days in a Week)
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Position Summary
The Physical Therapist provides outpatient rehabilitation services primarily in an in-home setting for the older adult population . The in-home setting may include:
A patient's private residence , or
A patient's room in an independent living facility .
Client Rehabilitation Services allows the Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in the most functional environment - the patient's home .
The Physical Therapist: Assesses patient needs
Develops and delivers physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation
Identifies the need for referrals to other disciplines to address comprehensive patient needs
The therapist implements individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance .
Additionally, the Physical Therapist: Educates and trains patients and caregivers
Promotes independence and productivity
Works to diminish or correct pathology
Directs activities to promote and maintain health
This position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.
Responsibilities / Accountabilities
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel according to state licensure requirements and professional standards.
Maintain adherence to: Department and patient treatment schedules
Timely clinical documentation
Billing documentation requirements
Work-related meetings
Attend and contribute to:
Patient care meetings
Staffing conferences
Other related meetings
Make referrals to other disciplines and agencies to address comprehensive patient needs .
Consult with members of the rehabilitation team to determine the most appropriate therapeutic regimen .
Adapt treatment programs and plans of care according to individual patient needs.
Promote a safe environment and eliminate fire and safety hazards.
Order supplies and equipment as necessary.
Clean, maintain, and report equipment that requires repair.
Ensure patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate environment that respects individual needs and rights.
Clinical Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist:
Screens, examines, and evaluates patients.
Reviews patient history and systems.
Applies appropriate tests and measures.
Interprets examination findings.
Establishes diagnosis and identifies impairments.
Determines expected level of improvement and timeframe.
Identifies precautions and contraindications.
Develops treatment goals in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
Implements and documents the treatment plan.
Therapy Services May Include
Therapeutic Exercise Aerobic conditioning.
Balance and coordination training.
Agility training.
Body mechanics and posture stabilization.
Flexibility exercises.
Gait and locomotion training.
Neuromotor development training.
Relaxation training.
Strength, power, and endurance training.
Additional Interventions Functional training
Manual therapy
Airway clearance techniques
Integumentary repair and protection
Electrotherapeutic and mechanical modalities
Health and wellness programs
Chronic disease management education
Fall risk assessment and prevention
Home and community case management
Additional Duties Design, fabricate, fit, and apply adaptive devices , including orthotics and prosthetics.
Train patients in the use of adaptive devices .
Select activities suited to the individual's physical ability, mental capacity, and interests .
Instruct patients in skills required for safe mobility and participation in functional activities .
Monitor patient progress, attitudes, and behaviors related to rehabilitation potential.
Perform routine re-examinations to modify or progress treatment plans.
Incorporate health and wellness programming into patient treatment plans.
Perform home and community mobility assessments and provide safety recommendations.
Perform other related duties as required.
Educational / Vocational Requirements
Candidates must meet one of the following: Valid Physical Therapy license in the state of practice (or proof of license eligibility)
Master's degree in Physical Therapy
OR Master's degree in a Physical Therapy-related field plus a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy
OR Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy with five years of progressively responsible PT experience
Additional Requirements: Foreign PT degrees must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. Physical Therapy degree
Must possess a valid driver's license or reliable transportation to travel to patient residences
Job Skills Strong organizational skills
Effective time management
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Compliance Requirements
Employees must: Follow all legal requirements, policies, and procedures , including: Compliance and Ethics Program
Code of Conduct
Federal False Claims Act
HIPAA regulations
Participate in required orientation and training programs .
Report any suspected non-compliance to supervisors or through the appropriate compliance channels.
Cooperate with monitoring, audits, and investigations .
Participate in quality assurance and process improvement initiatives when requested.
Essential Job Functions
Physical Demands
Activities Required
Reaching (overhead)
Handling
Fingering
Feeling
Talking / Hearing
Seeing
Fine manipulation
Posture Requirements Standing: 67-100%
Walking: 67-100%
Sitting: 34-66%
Weight Handling Pulling: 50 lbs
Lifting: 50 lbs
Carrying: 50 lbs
Pushing: 50 lbs
Movements Climbing stairs
Balancing
Stooping
Kneeling
Crouching
Crawling
Twisting
Work Environment
Work Location Inside: 90%
Outside: 10%
Environmental Conditions May Include Noise or vibration
Mechanical hazards
Electrical hazards
Dust, fumes, or odors
Moving machinery
Driving vehicles
Uneven ground
Protective Equipment (occasionally required) Gowns
Gloves
Masks
Work Situations
This position may involve: Measurable performance standards
Frequent interaction with people
Repetitive tasks
Working under stress
Problem solving
Following instructions
Decision making and evaluation
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Central Business Solutions, Inc
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