Medical (Physiotherapist)
$15–$15 year
On-siteNovato, California, United States
Job Summary
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with physical impairments to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life. Develop personalized rehabilitation programs based on assessment findings and implement treatment plans using exercise and manual therapy. Operate specialized equipment safely, assess patient progress, and adjust plans while documenting evaluations and outcomes. Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and optimize treatment results. Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control protocols and discharge planning standards.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Physical Therapy license in compliance with state regulations
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position
- Must be able to move about
- Must be able to move equipment (50-100lbs)
- Must be able to push
- Must be able to pull
- Must be able to bend
- Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel
- Must be able to present a positive attitude and professionalism
- Must have the ability to grasp
- Must have the ability to perform fine manipulation
- Must have the ability to push/pull
- Must have the ability to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
- Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers
- Must be able to meet deadlines under pressure
- Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally
- Must be able to work without assistance from other personnel
- Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally
- Must be able to maintain continuous concentration to detail
- Must possess visual acuity
- Must be able to effectively communicate
- Must be able to read
- Must be able to write
- Must be able to communicate in the English language
- Must be able to read/comprehend written instructions
- Must be able to follow verbal instructions
- Must have proficiency in PC skills
- Must be able to adhere to infection control protocols
- Must be able to adhere to safety guidelines
- Must be able to adhere to regulatory standards
- Must be able to address patients' comfort needs during therapy sessions
- Must be able to engage in quality assurance initiatives
- Must be able to participate in professional development activities
- Must be able to collaborate in discharge planning
- Must be able to create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans
- Must be able to use exercise and manual therapy
- Must be able to help patients recover and become independent
- Must be able to ensure proper maintenance and calibration of devices
- Must be able to assess patient progress
- Must be able to adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Must be able to accurately document evaluations, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record
- Must be able to work closely with physicians
- Must be able to work closely with nurses
- Must be able to work closely with occupational therapists
- Must be able to work closely with other healthcare professionals
- Must be able to ensure coordinated care
- Must be able to optimize treatment outcomes
- Must be able to ensure smooth transitions
- Must be able to ensure continued patient progress in community or home-based settings
- Must have critical thinking
- Must have effective communication
- Must have a commitment to high-quality, safe patient care
- Must have strong clinical skills
- Must be able to work in hospitals
- Must be able to work in clinics
- Must be able to work in rehabilitation centers
Desired Qualifications
- Doctorate degree in physical therapy
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