Physical Therapist

Maxim Healthcare Services • Carlsbad, CA • 1d ago

The Physical Therapist (part time) is responsible for performing patient evaluations, as well as providing and documenting therapy services in accordance with plan of care developed for each individual patient and physician's orders when applicable. Patients range from Pediatrics to Adults. Shift times are variable due to patients availability. Part time or Full time work. This position is open to most of North County of San Diego. Connect with our recruiters to learn more!

Pay Range: $ 90 / per hour - $ 100 / per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs patient reassessments and regularly reevaluates patient for rehabilitation needs, and works in collaboration with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to modify the plan of care as appropriate

Participates in developing the plan of care in collaboration with the physician and other members of the health care team

When applicable, completes initial comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs; provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es)

Assesses and evaluates and/or assists the physician in assessing and evaluating therapeutic, rehabilitative, function status, and home environment (as applicable)

Assesses muscle strength, mobility, gait, and Range of Motion (ROM)

On incisions resulting from orthopedic surgery, removes staples or sutures and manages incision line

Provides physical therapy treatment and establishes physical therapy plan of care

Instructs patient, families, and/or caregivers in the use of and care of therapeutic appliances

Determines priority needs for physical therapy

Reports patients' reaction(s) to treatment or changes in condition to physician and/or Director of Clinical Services or designee

Initiates physical therapy program and instructs, consults, and/or advises other personnel and/or family/caregiver regarding certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with the patient, and explains the goals of the physical therapy program by participating in case conferences

Trains patient in use of prosthetic device(s) and use of other assistive devices (e.g., walker); ensures equipment used in the course of patient treatment is in good working order

Uses appropriate equipment to meet patient goals, cleans and maintains equipment according to manufactures guidelines

Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment and progress of goals, and responses to treatment or changes in condition

Home setting: Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary

Participates in discharge planning

Provides in-service education programs for other disciplines (e.g., provides in-services to Home Health Aides, Occupational Therapists, etc.) as needed

Participates in peer consultation process

Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to the company's policies/procedures and State regulations

Participates in quarterly medical record reviews as applicable

Participates in care coordination with the company and other personnel caring for the patient to assure that their efforts effectively complement each other and support the objectives outlined in the plan of care

Provides/submits accurate and timely documentation in accordance with the plan of care and company policy and procedures

Complies with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding professional standards and practice standards

Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

One (1) year of prior professional Physical Therapy experience in an acute care facility, outpatient setting, community health service or home health agency preferred.

Must possess and maintain current CPR certification in accordance with State regulation(s)

Current record of PPD or chest x-ray results

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security: Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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