PHYISCAL THERAPIST

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists.
• Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.
• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
• Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients' functional goals.
• Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Practices departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
• Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

EDUCATION:

• Doctoral program in Physical Therapy

EXPERIENCE:

• Interest in working with geriatric population
• With Physical Therapy Experience is PREFERRED
• With Skilled Nursing Experience is PREFERRED
• At least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide is a PREFERRED

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• California license to practice Physical Therapy REQUIRED
• BLS and CPR Certification REQUIRED
• Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards REQUIRED

Avocado Post Acute is a unique healthcare facility that specializes in post-acute rehab. Throughout the years, we've continuously committed to providing a higher level of nursing care by personalizing our services to our patients' needs. Avocado Post Acute is proud to offer a fun, exciting program including outings, high-tech gaming, and various events and classes to cater to our residents' psychosocial needs.