Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist•Gilroy, CA Full time (32 hours), Part time, Per Diem $65•75 per hour Generous amounts of paid time off Paid holidays Health, vision, and dental insurance 401k with match Low patient ratios Paid sick time Adult patients, Neuro rehab

Responsibilities:

Administer physical therapy treatments to patients, working under the direction of and as an assistant to the Physical Therapists. Assure all program participants receive scheduled PT (Physical Therapy) treatments and document therapy session or reason for inability to attend. Perform active, passive, and/or resistive therapeutic exercises, based on general therapy principles, on program participants. Perform therapeutic massage on program participants as needed. Perform general mobilization and/or passive stretch to program participants, within limits of safety regarding joint/muscle stretch. Instruct, motivate, and assist program participants in learning and improving functional activities. Provide gait training and instruct program participants in the use of canes, crutches, walkers, braces, and splints; train program participants at homebound and community level, including endurance training. Measure ROM, length and girth of body parts, vital signs, and MMT (manual muscle tests) to assist Physical Therapist in evaluating program participants and/or to determine the effectiveness of the program plan. Confer with staff members and other health care members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment program and participate in treatment planning with trans-disciplinary team as requested. Ensure adherence to accreditation standards, licensure standards, professional code of ethics, and confidentiality. Demonstrate knowledge of indications and contra-indications of physical therapy modalities and techniques. Assess PT equipment for needs and maintenance.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy California Physical Therapy licensure Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects CPR/BLS Certification Why Join Us? Complex work adding value to the organization's mission alongside a great team of co-workers. Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities. Benefits listed above! Questions about other benefits we offer? Just ask! We have meaningful work for you•come join our team•apply today!

Pay:

$65.00•$75.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person