Therapist / Physical Therapy / California / Contract / Physical Therapist (PT) Job

Summary:

• Ref #: M-PT-
• Profession: Theraphy
• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Job Type: Long-Term Contract
• Open To Travelers: Yes
• Facility Type: Correctional
• Location: Wasco, California
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 28 weeks
• Schedule:Mon-Thu, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM
• Rate: $63/hour

Requirements:

• Valid and active license issued by the Physical Theraphy Baord of California.
• At least 12 consecutive months of performing similar services within the last 3 years.
• CPR and BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross (with AED).
• Must be proficient in the English Language (Speaking/Writing).

Responsibilities:

Under Institution CEO/CME's guidance, the Physical Therapist duties/responsiblities shall include, but not limited to:

• Providing care per licensure scope and Institution/Facility policies, in line with evidence-based Physical Therapy practices.
• Offering Physical Therapy and evaluations as needed, based on scheduled appointments by the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee.
• Delivering Physical Therapy to patients/youth via physician referral, orders, or direct access for documented diagnoses.
• Conducting initial assessments, forming treatment plans, and communicating effectively with patients/youth and medical staff.
• Completing reports, assessments, and progress notes using CDCR-approved forms in patients' records.
• Being reachable for phone consultation during Institution/Facility duty hours.
• Maintaining rigorous daily charting; overdue charts beyond ten (10) days might end the Vendor Worker's engagement.