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Vineyard Post Acute

Physical Therapist - part time

Vineyard Post Acute, Petaluma, California, United States, 94954

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Overview Vineyard Post Acute is hiring licensed Physical Therapists to join our skilled and supportive rehab team. We offer both full‑time and part‑time schedules to fit your career goals and lifestyle.

What We Offer

Competitive pay starting at $70 per hour

Flexible scheduling with full‑time and part‑time options

Supportive leadership and a collaborative therapy team

Positive work environment focused on resident outcomes

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

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 Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.

Participate in in‑services training program for other staff in the facility.

Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per PT Board State Practice Act and governmental and third‑party payer requirements.

Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.

Instruct patients’ families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.

Participate in discharge planning.

Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.

Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.

Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements Supervises PT assistants, aides and students.

Qualifications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, prefer graduates of Master’s or Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy.

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state. Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board. Must meet continuing education requirements per state practices.

Apply Today If you are a Physical Therapist looking for a rewarding career in a supportive and resident‑focused facility, apply today to join Vineyard Post Acute.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Part‑time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Human Resources Services

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