Senior Physical Therapist
Apply NowCompany: Marshall Medical Center
Location: Placerville, CA 95667
Description:
Department:
Physical Rehab Services - Hospital
Shift:
Primarily Days (United States of America)
Employee Type:
Regular
Per Diem Type (if applicable):
Minimum Pay Range:
$67.48 - $84.35
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Physical Therapist performs various clinical and non-clinical duties to ensure the competency of the physical therapy team in delivering patient-focused, comprehensive therapy throughout the continuum of care. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the Director of Rehabilitation Services to optimize the role of the Physical Therapist as a member of our healthcare team. As a Physical Therapist, you will complete comprehensive patient assessments, develop a patient-centered plan of care and implement best practice physical therapy interventions to help patients achieve their highest desired state of health and well-being.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Licensure/Certification:
Knowledge/Experience:
Skills:
Physical Rehab Services - Hospital
Shift:
Primarily Days (United States of America)
Employee Type:
Regular
Per Diem Type (if applicable):
Minimum Pay Range:
$67.48 - $84.35
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Physical Therapist performs various clinical and non-clinical duties to ensure the competency of the physical therapy team in delivering patient-focused, comprehensive therapy throughout the continuum of care. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the Director of Rehabilitation Services to optimize the role of the Physical Therapist as a member of our healthcare team. As a Physical Therapist, you will complete comprehensive patient assessments, develop a patient-centered plan of care and implement best practice physical therapy interventions to help patients achieve their highest desired state of health and well-being.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Licensure/Certification:
- Master's degree (or higher) in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist, by the Board of Medical Examiners, State of California.
- Current Healthcare Worker Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge/Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist, with at least 2 in a department specific setting, required.
- Knowledge and application of Physical Therapy professional practice, code of ethics and regulatory requirements.
- Competent working knowledge of standard practice procedures and equipment used in delivering Physical therapy in your practice setting.
- Knowledge of and ability to follow infection control procedures in the acute care hospital and/or outpatient environment.
Skills:
- Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills with the ability to prioritize patient care needs.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with physicians and work cooperatively with a diverse healthcare team.
- Commitment to providing compassionate care and advocacy for patients' functional independence and well-being.
- Ability to adapt quickly to the changing needs in healthcare, promote continuous improvement and speak up when patient safety is at risk.
- Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and other clinical documentation systems.