Physical Therapist
$110,240–$124,800 year
On-siteOakland, California, United States or Fremont, California, United States
Job Summary
Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans for clients with neurological injuries, then regularly re-assess effectiveness and attend staffing meetings. Conduct discharge evaluations to recommend home and community safety modifications while providing referral and education resources. Communicate patient needs and progress to the treatment team, physicians, and families to ensure care coordination. Collaborate with other disciplines to enhance patient outcomes and support independence in activities like cooking and community navigation. Requires a current unrestricted license, one year of experience, and ability to lift up to 100 pounds. Flexible scheduling and clinical autonomy supported by a team environment focused on functional rehabilitation in natural settings.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from a college or university with accredited Physical Therapy program
- Current, unrestricted license as Physical Therapist by state in which practicing
- Current Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification in accordance state regulations
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
- Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods
- Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
- A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on the specific location policy, local or state regulations to verify that he/she is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations
Desired Qualifications
- A minimum of one year's work experience as a physical therapist preferred
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