PHYSICAL THERAPIST PART TIME DAY SHIFT

Job Description

Responsible for following the standards, policies and procedures for the Physical Therapy department and its patients.  Therapists will screen new patients as needed, perform functional assessents under orders of a qualified individual.  The Physical Therapist will orient new staff, participate in Departmental and Hospital committees and activities and work with the Physical Therapy support team to ensure quality care.  This position may oversee Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy aides.  This position reports to the Director of Rehab Services.

 

Qualifications:

Current Ca license for Physical Therapy.  BLS.  Demonstrates ability to work as an interdisciplinary team member.  Must be willing to cross train to work in multiple areas (Acute, outpatients) with broad age range (pediatric and geriatric). Demonstrates good working knowledge of Title 22, JCAHO standards and county regulations.  Strong Communication/people skills.  Possess the skills necessary to perform evaluations of patients in ages ranging from pediatric to geriatric.  Must be able to read, write and speak English.

One to two years experience as a P.T. in a acute care environment.