Physical Therapist

Overview

Natividad is currently seeking to full-time a Physical Therapist positions in our Therapy Services Unit and Acute Rehabilitation Unit. Under general direction, these incumbents develop, implement, and document medically prescribed physical therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part; assists patients tin reaching maximum performance

(Natividad may offer up to a $20,000.00 sign-on bonus to candidates hired into full-time positions).

Specific Skills

Thorough knowledge of:

Principles, modalities, methods, and equipment of modern physical therapy techniques
Anatomy, physiology, neuro-muscular functions, dysfunctions, and kinesiology; pathologies and injuries that result in physical impairment
Evaluation and treatment methodologies as applied to complex patients
Regulatory practice requirements

Working knowledge of:

Proper use and care of orthopedic equipment and appliances
Utilization management, charging protocols and regulatory compliance
Clinical supervision and clinical instruction

Skill and Ability to:

Develop, implement and adapt treatment programs
Administer physical therapy treatments and exercises
Analyze, evaluate and draw logical conclusions from data
Read, understand and interpret written instructions, such as physician's order, instructions for therapy and the use of equipment
Communicate orally in order to instruct staff, patients and their families
Act as lead to Physical Therapy Assistants and Helpers
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, and with hospital staff
Maintain quality control in work performance
Prepare and maintain accurate records of work performed
Prioritize and organize work flow in an effective manner
Observe safety precautions related to the work
Work shifts including weekends and holidays
Work around potentially hazardous and infectious substances/diseases

Responsible For

SIGNIFICANT RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION

Evaluate patients referred by physicians to determine type and extent of treatment; administer diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests
Plan and evaluate physical therapy treatment program and set appropriate goals and objective; supervise the treatment of patients
Administer and treat patients by directing and aiding patients in active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training; apply modalities such as massage, heat, water, ultrasound and electricity; adapt conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the needs of patients unable to comprehend verbal commands or voluntarily carry out a regime of therapeutic exercises; direct patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, and crutches
Document records and prepare reports on patients' treatment and progress; prepare discharge summaries; participate in quality assurance activities
Coordinate with other rehabilitative sections regarding patient treatment
Provide functional supervision of Physical Therapy Helpers and student interns assisting in the treatment of patients; train paraprofessional staff members
Attend in-service training sessions; provide training to medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives

Additional Requirements

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Natividad requires that all incumbents pass a pre-employment physical/medical assessment.
Natividad will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven.
Employees must have and show their original Social Security Card and a valid CA Driver License or CA State ID prior to the first day of work.
Incumbents may be required to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays; and work with potentially hazardous and infectious substances.

Job Nature

Full Time

Educational Requirements

EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education: One year of experience performing duties as a registered Physical Therapist

Experience Requirements

One (1)

Job Location

Natividad Medical Center 1441 Constitution Blvd. Salinas, CA

Salary

$54.52-$74.46/hour

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