Now Hiring for Physical Therapists for Outpatient Rehab SettingHours: 40/weekPay: $60/hourLocation(s): Moreno Valley, Fallbrook, Menifee, Lake Elsinore, Temecula, etcAlso accepting Physical Therapy Assistants: send resumes to zysamani@maxstaffing.comThe Physical Therapist is responsible for performing patientevaluations, as well as providing and documenting therapy services inaccordance with the plan of care developed for each individual patient andphysician’s orders when applicable.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs initial comprehensive assessment and reassessmentsand regularly reevaluates patient for rehabilitation needs, and works incollaboration with the physician and other members of the healthcare team tomodify the plan of care as appropriate
Participates in developing the plan of care in collaborationwith the physician and other members of the health care team
Assesses and evaluates and/or assists the physician inassessing and evaluating therapeutic, rehabilitative, function status, and homeenvironment (as applicable)
Assesses muscle strength, mobility, gait, and Range ofMotion (ROM)
On incisions resulting from orthopedic surgery, removesstaples or sutures and manages incision line
Provides physical therapy treatment and establishes physicaltherapy plan of care
Instructs patient, families, and/or caregivers in the use ofand care of therapeutic appliances
Determines priority needs for physical therapy
Reports patients’ reaction(s) to treatment or changes incondition to physician and/or designee
Initiates physical therapy program and instructs, consults,and/or advises other personnel and/or family/caregiver regarding certain phasesof physical therapy with which they may work with the patient, and explains thegoals of the physical therapy program by participating in case conferences
Trains patient in use of prosthetic device(s) and use ofother assistive devices (e.g., walker); ensures equipment used in the course ofpatient treatment is in good working order
Uses appropriate equipment to meet patient goals, cleans andmaintains equipment according to manufactures guidelines
Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries basedon the attainment and progress of goals, and responses to treatment or changesin condition
Participates in discharge planning
Participates in peer consultation process
Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to thecompany’s policies/procedures and state regulations
Provides/submits accurate and timely documentation inaccordance with the plan of care and company policy and procedures
Complies with applicable local, state, and federal laws andregulations regarding professional standards and practice standards
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state ofpractice
Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy
One (1) year of prior professional Physical Therapyexperience preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed. Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
