Physical Therapist

Job Type: Permanent Position

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist who has experience working with a large patient population. The right candidate is someone who has strong communication skills, professional integrity and is able to work well with patients and the greater medical team. This position is a great opportunity for the successful applicant to work with individuals of all ages who are in need of rehabilitation services following surgery, illness or injury.

Responsibilities:

• Review patients’ medical history and referrals or notes from doctors, surgeons, or other healthcare workers
• Diagnose patients’ functions and movements by observing them stand or walk and by listening to their concerns
• Develop individualized plans of care for patients, outlining the patients’ goals and the expected outcomes of the plans
• Use exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease patients’ pain, help them increase their mobility, prevent further pain or injury, and facilitate health and wellness
• Evaluate and record a patient’s’ progress, modifying the plan of care and trying new treatments as needed
• Educate patients and their families about what to expect from the recovery process and how to cope with challenges throughout the process

Salary: $30.00 – $52.00 per hour

Healthcare setting:

• Acute care
• Inpatient
• Outpatient

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bakersfield, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)
• Physical Therapy License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

For more information contact our recruitment team or visit our website for job openings in your area! (775) 800-3301.