Physical Therapist II - Inpatient Therapy

MemorialCare • Long Beach, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist II Per Diem evaluates, plans, and administers treatment to clients aimed at facilitating the highest level of independence and recovery. They collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, the patient/family and community liaisons to assure that therapy needs are addressed in order to improve outcomes and enhance patient satisfaction. They also assist with education of staff and program development, as needed. The Physical Therapist II Per Diem must demonstrate the ability to work within a high functioning team and communicate effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum 1+ years of experience
• Demonstrated ability and strong clinical skills
• Interest in assisting with staff education and program development
• Schedule and weekend commitment to be discussed with Rehab Manager
• Licensed in the State of California as a Physical Therapist
• Bachelors or advanced degree in Physical Therapy (or equivalent) from approved Physical Therapy program
• Current BLS certification required

Nice To Haves

• APTA and CPTA membership is recommended

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and develops treatment plans and goals, monitors patient progress and modifies plan and goals as needed.
• Provides patient treatment and education to meet patient and team goals, educational objectives, and productivity standards.
• Reports the patients progress to the staff, client, and family.
• Participates in case conferences and team rounds as appropriate to case load and assignment.
• Submits timely and accurate evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge reports that summarize evaluation findings and establish measurable treatment objectives.
• Maintains all required documentation for each patient to allow communication with physicians and third-party payers.
• Documents continuous reassessment of the patient’s status throughout treatment.
• Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team and community agencies to provide education, resources and referrals.
• Provides supervision to assigned staff, students or volunteers.
• Acts as a resource to professional and support staff.
• Schedules and coordinates patient care, communicates with other team members regarding patient care needs and objectives.
• Provides a variety of therapeutic interventions/modalities in order to remove barriers that prevent a safe and timely discharge and to facilitate a smooth transition throughout the continuum of care.
• Communicates with community agencies to facilitate continuity and carryover of skills for patient discharge.
• Plans and participates in education that enhances personal clinical skills.
• Assists in the orientation and training of staff, development or update of programs, and staff evaluation, as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents.
• We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family.
• Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level