Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant

Company: Focus Physical Therapy and Lymphedema Management
Location: Lompoc
Posted on: August 31, 2024

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and caring Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants to join our growing clinic. This individual would act as our patients' partner and advocate on their road to recovery, from diagnosis to the completion of rehabilitation. Patient quality of life, range of motion, and overall safety should be the sole focus of any candidate applying for this position. Our clinic is ten minutes from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Our clinic treats a myriad of patient populations ranging from Pediatrics, Lymphedema Management, Wound Care, Gait/Balance, General Conditioning, Orthopedic and many more.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Meet with patients and identify needs and goals
PT: Devise detailed treatment plans to achieve needs and goals
Exercise personal judgment (i.e., make modifications as needed) during treatment execution to ensure patient safety and continued progress
Motivate and encourage patients throughout treatment process
Devise detailed exercise techniques, stretches, and self-care programs for patients to complete between sessions
Evaluate effects of therapy and keep detailed records of patient appointments and progress
Communicate with patients' physicians regularly to ensure consistent care (PT)
Reduce patients' need for medications and surgeries by improving range of motion, strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance
Comply with federal and state physical therapy regulations
Maintain patient confidentiality
PTA: Follow plan of care as set by the Physical Therapist of record

Requirements and Qualifications:
Proven work ethic and dedication to patient care throughout the recovery process
Ability to communicate and adapt to different patients and personalities
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
A high level of professionalism and personal ethics
Extensive education in the field of physical therapy as well as clinical experience
A thorough knowledge of current treatment practices
A valid license to practice physical therapy
CPR certification

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
License reimbursement
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Orthopedics
Pediatrics
Sports Medicine
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant/Physical Therapist/PTLA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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