Travel Physical Therapist - $2,460 per week

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Clearlake, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

ID: 63851758 Shift: Days 8 hours 40 per week Description: Job SummaryCost Accounting Type: Variable DirectExempt: NoWorks under limited supervision while administering various APTA standard physical therapy treatments for disabilities, injuries, and diseases, to relieve pain, restore motor function and maintain optimal performance. This position is represented by RCHEA.?Standards of BehaviorLine of Responsibility and AuthorityLINE OF AUTHORITY: Physical Therapist - Outpatient Rehab DirectorProfessionalism and Self-DevelopmentJob RolesPhysical Therapist (AHCL)Administers physical therapy treatments in accordance with standard physical therapy practice as defined by physical therapy publications and schools.Assumes responsibility for observing work schedule and job requirements, maintaining compliance with hospital and departmental policies including overtime, attendance, vacation, confidentiality, etc., and completing assigned projects in a timely manner.Attends case conference monthly or as often as the case conference is scheduled.Attends staff meetings monthly.Completes the evaluations on each patient within 24 hours of the physician order. Completes the discharge forms within 24 hours of discharge.Consistently plans health care services based on physician orders and patient needs.Documents patient assessment and ongoing care concisely according to agency policy and physical therapy standards; preparing admission and assessment forms, plan of treatment form, clinical and progress notes, and other appropriate forms according to state regulations and agency policy.Encourages team members to promote patient and family independence and prepare patients for discharge.Ensures coordination of health care team services and community resources. Evaluates patient care needs on admission and on an ongoing basis demonstrating knowledge of and adherence to agency policies and state regulations.Instructs home care personnel in correct lifting techniques and use of body mechanics and the use of the lifting equipment as required.Maintains and meets expectations on time for all competencies, license, certifications and education requirements as outlined by local administration, Adventist Health (AH), The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and all other regulatory agencies.Maintains physical therapy skills inventory list annually.Orients new physical therapy staff in home health and supervises their orientation even though not always directly involved.Participates in the Performance Improvement Plan activities as requested or needed.Plans and coordinates referrals to other health care team members as appropriate based on physician orders and patient needs.Promptly communicates changes in patients condition and/or orders to other team members.Supervises administration of treatments to patients by PT Assistants and aides.Supervises the treatments of patients and accomplishes the treatments each day with the help of Registered Physical Therapist Assistants.Willingly performs other duties and innovations as assigned. Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91

Prime Staffing Job ID #37385624. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied / Tech:Physical Therapy,08:00:00-16:00:00

About Prime Staffing

At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.

We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.