Physical Therapist - Home Care in Chico, CA

Job description

PPOSITION SUMMARY:

The Physical
Therapist is responsible for providing evaluation and treatment upon physician
referral to a patient population consisting of varying diagnosis. The Physical Therapist will assess, identify
and treat all areas of deficits impacting posture, locomotion, strength,
endurance, balance, coordination, joint mobility, flexibility, pain and
functional abilities in daily living.
The Physical Therapist provides instruction and education to the
patient/caregiver to promote the safe execution of the facilitatory techniques
taught. The Physical Therapist supports
and contributes to the service excellence mission of Enloe Medical
Center and the HomeCare and Services Departments.



EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:

Required:

One year experience in acute care, extended
care, rehabilitation, mental health or outpatient setting





LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

Current Physical Therapy
license from the State of California

Current CPR
certification

Current California Drivers License

Eligible to be insured under the Medical Centers Liability Policy with DMV
Report (and minimum age 21)

Proof of current auto insurance coverage (no
business exclusion)



SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Must demonstrate technical
competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills and sensitivity
for the patient and family. Clinical skills and knowledge to successfully
achieve desired outcomes in assigned patients.
Ability to provide treatment to address the practical and realistic
needs and goals of the patient. Must be able to fulfill the essential
functions of the position.

PATIENTS SERVED:

This position is
responsible for age-related, physiological, emotional and cognitive needs of
the following age groups of patients:
Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.