Physical Therapist - Coastal Ortho - Torrance, CA
Physical Therapist - Coastal Ortho - Torrance, CA
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ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
Cedars-Sinai has been ranked Tied for #1 hospital in CA and #2 in the nation for Best U.S. Hospitals! Come find out why!
Today Cedars-Sinai is widely known for its national leadership in redefining healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare globally by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrows physicians and other health providers. At the same time Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a longstanding dedication to strengthening the Los Angeles community through dynamic programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
Why work here
Beyond an outstanding benefit package and competitive salaries we take pride in hiring the best most committed employees. Our staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a multifaceted inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.
What will you be doing in this role
The Physical Therapist I evaluate and treats patients in accordance with the prescription of the physician. Assists in the continuous quality improvement process and in the education and training of students and assists in divisional growth and cohesiveness to ensure a high quality of therapy care. Provides care while maintaining safety of the environment applying appropriate communication with sensitivity and attention to special populations including patients with diverse cultural backgrounds age developmental issues and physical disabilities.
Performs evaluations appropriate to established procedures. Ensures there is a prescription/order for all evaluations and uses relevant test and standardized measures congruent to best practice.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care that is supported by evaluation findings and prognosticate patient outcomes/progress integrating all relevant factors.
Handles the physical therapy care of the patient and coordinates with others to ensure the patient receives the total care they need.
Completes all required documentation in an accurate and thorough manner within the expected timeframes.
Utilizes treatment intervention and strategies within the scope of practice and supported by established plan of care and integration of evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes tailored to specific patient populations.
Identifies safety concerns regarding patient population and institutes appropriate measures to provide a safe environment including protection of self and others.
Reviews identified risks and benefits of therapy and obtains consent from patient and/or caregiver.
Identifies and facilitates patient discharge needs including documentation communication with care team and recommendation for follow-up services.
Gives ideas and suggestions to continuously improve processes procedures methods and productivity and utilizes quality principles for continuous performance improvement.
Participates in professional development through clinical education formal mentoring programs further development of clinical and professional competencies involvement in research and scholarly work.
Effectively serves as a clinical instructor/mentor in accordance with specific discipline regulatory and professional context.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
Bachelors degree graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
License/Certification Requirements:
Current and valid physical therapist license per California State requirements
Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required
Minimum Salary
43.38
Maximum Salary
69.41
Employment Type
Full Time
