$53.00 - $58.00 hourly
Valley View Post Acute
El Monte, CA, USA
*General Purpose * The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. *Essential Duties * * Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay. * Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician. * Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. * Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. * Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act. * Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans. * Participate in Patient Care...