Allied - OT

Rehabilitation Therapy - Physical Therapist

OT in Alturas, California. Schedule: 8:00AM - 5:00PM x 5. Term: 13-week assignment with the potential for extension. Pay Rate: $72 - $77/hr.

Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a OT for a temporary assignment in Alturas, California. These positions are 13-week contracts with the ability to extend.

Responsibilities for a OT:

• Direct physical therapy services under the direction of the Director of Physical Therapy
• Coordinate and supervise operation of the physical therapy department
• Administer physical agents prescribed by a referring physician
• Maintain performance improvement activities within the department and participate in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
• Assure competency of all department personnel
• Assist in formulating budget, evaluating department performance versus budget, and take appropriate action to remain within budget guidelines
• Develop and implement systems for reviewing department charges to ensure accuracy and timely entry
• Maintain efficient and effective department operations while ensuring compliance with all state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols
• Demonstrate professional behavior at all times
• Maintain positive working relationships with patients, visitors, and facility staff
• Compile and organize data using Microsoft Office Applications and make appropriate recommendations based on data obtained
• Maintain organized records and deliver records immediately upon request
• Observe and evaluate treatment effects and recommend changes to physician if needed
• Perform appropriate assessments of all patients related to therapy requested and provided, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric, and general patient populations
• Assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation and make appropriate physician contact for intervention
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors
• Formulate teaching plans based on identified learning needs and evaluate effectiveness of learning, including family as appropriate
• Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity, identifying and addressing psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs
• Function as liaison between administration, patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly
• Maintain department cleanliness and safety and comply with ongoing departmental inspections
• Interact professionally with patients and families and involve them in the formation of a plan of care
• Coordinate and direct patient care to ensure patient needs are met and policy is followed
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and ability to function under stressful situations
• Consult other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities
• Ensure documentation meets current standards and policies
• Train personnel utilizing on-the-job training for nursing, other hospital staff, and departmental staff
• Study current trends and developments in rehabilitative medicine through current literature and professional society resources
• Maintain standards of professional society procedures and ethical behavior
• Maintain knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance, and repairs
• Respond calmly and positively during crisis situations (e.g., Code Blue)
• Adhere to dress code and maintain a neat and professional appearance
• Complete annual education requirements
• Maintain and ensure patient confidentiality at all times
• Report to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated time
• Attend all meetings as appropriate, including committee, CQI, and management meetings
• Resolve personnel concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the grievance process as required
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures regarding department operations, fire safety, and infection control
• Comply with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices
• Maintain current BCLS certification
• Maintain current California licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits for a OT:

• Weekly pay every Friday
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan (matching)
• Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
• Referral Bonus up to $1,500

Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.