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Secure Nursing Service LLC
Physical Therapist
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$107,906 / year median in California
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Secure Nursing Service LLC is looking for a Physical Therapist for our facility. Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms and review their medical history and referrals from doctors or surgeons Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move about Develop an individualized treatment plan Coach patients and teach them therapeutic exercises and stretches to improve their condition Use hands-on therapy such as massage to ease patients' pain and provide stimulation to promote healing Maintain patient records by keeping track of goals and progress while adapting treatment plans accordingly Advise patients and their families on in-home treatment options and what to expect from the recovery process Compassion and empathy for patients, who are often in pain Attention to detail regarding a patient's problems to analyze what they need to ease their pain and to prevent further injury Physical stamina to lift patients and spend long hours standing and modeling exercises Interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with patients and motivate them Communication skills to interact clearly with doctors and family members as well as patients