Physical Therapist (Float)
Company: Center for Elders' Independence
Location: Concord
Posted on: January 16, 2023
Job Description:
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FULL-TIME, FULLY BENEFITED 'FLOAT" POSITION
TO COVER AT ALL CEI CENTERS. THIS POSITION WOULD BE MONDAY THRU
FRIDAY - 8:00 TO 5:00. NO WEEKENDS.JOB DESCRIPTIONPhysical
TherapistThe Center for Elders Independence is a PACE (Program of
All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) organization that uses an
interdisciplinary team approach to care planning and care
implementation for the purpose of providing high quality,
affordable, integrated health care services to the elderly,
including an Adult Day Health Center, and promoting autonomy,
quality of life and the ability of individuals to live in their
communities.The Position: Under the supervision of the
Rehabilitation Supervisor, the Physical Therapist provides
restorative and rehabilitative services in conjunction with the
total plan of care.Compensation range for the Physical Therapist
Float role at CEI is $ 38.67/hr - $ 58.00/hr. Offers based on level
of experience/education as it applies to the requirements for the
position.***THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A 5K SIGN ON
BONUS***DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborates with the primary care
provider team and the interdisciplinary team in evaluating agency
participants by applying muscle, nerve, joint and functional
ability tests.In conjunction with the interdisciplinary team,
participates in the development and implementation of the
participant plan of care to maximize a participants ability to be
independent, balanced against their ability to be safe.Instructs
participants and caregivers in the care and use of mobility-related
devices such as wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and
prosthetic and orthotic devices.Works with vendors to obtain
rehabilitative equipment and supplies for participants.Instructs
the interdisciplinary team and family on the participants physical
therapy program and aspects of physical therapy in which they may
work with the participant.As directed by the plan of care treats
participants to relieve pain, develop or restore function and
maintain maximum performance, using physical means, such as
exercise, soft tissue and joint mobilization, functional training,
gait training, neuromuscular re-education, heat, sound, water,
light, or electricityConducts initial assessments of all
participants. Completes reassessments on participants per CEI
policy.Observes and records, and reports regularly to the
interdisciplinary team, on the participants response to physical
therapy and any changes in the participants condition.Instructs,
supervises and evaluates therapy program aides in the
implementation of the participants individualized rehab plan of
care.Provides in-service training to other members of the health
team.
- Attends the interdisciplinary team
conferences and actively participates in the development of the
plan of care.Evaluates participants home environments and makes
appropriate recommendations as needed.Attends continuing education
and actively participates in meetings and trainings as required.
Maintains required certifications.Participates in coordination for
24-hour care delivery to participants.Delegates to and monitors the
physical therapy care provided by Physical Therapy Assistants as
appropriate and in accordance with California regulations.
Documents thoroughly, accurately, and timely, and in accordance
with Physical Therapy practice standards and CEI policy.
- Maintains department in a clean and orderly manner. Ensures
supplies are ordered and ready. Keeps equipment in good working
condition.
- Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures,
results, and information about participants, clients or families
regardless of setting.
- Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate
biohazard precautions, and practices Standard precautions.
- Maintains a safe working environment. Follows CEIs Safety
Policies and Procedures.
- Maintains a courteous, helpful and professional attitude on the
job. Displays a willingness and ability to be responsive to all
customer groups.
- Performs other duties as assigned in a positive and helpful
manner.QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a minimum of a
Bachelors degree and is a graduate of a program of Physical Therapy
approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy
Education. Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist by the
Physical Therapy Board of California.Preferred, one (1) year of
experience working as a Licensed Physical Therapist with the frail
elderly population.Current CPR and First Aid certification on
file.A valid California drivers license, current vehicle insurance,
and access to a reliable vehicle is required.Ability to travel to
multiple work sites and participants residences, required.The above
job description is intended to communicate the general function of
the mentioned position and by no means shall be considered an
exhaustive or complete outline of the specific tasks and functions
that will be required. CEI reserves the right to change job
descriptions, site assignments, and or work hours as required by
the needs of the program. All employees are expected to perform
their duties within their ability as required by the job and/or as
requested by management.
Keywords: Center for Elders' Independence, Concord , Physical Therapist (Float), Healthcare , Concord, California
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