Bakersfield, CA17 days ago
Consults with physicians regarding appropriate types and modalities of physical therapy; Evaluates indications and contraindications of various types of physical therapy treatment with regard to the patient's diagnosis and other signs and symptoms; performs manual muscle testing; tests and records range of motion; Plans physical therapy treatment routine; Administers a wide variety of specialized physical therapy treatment and modalities; Provides active, passive, assisted, resistive and postural exercises in isometric, isotonic and isokinetic modes; Performs muscle training and re-education; Provides crutch fitting and training; Instructs patients in pain management, injury prevention, posture correction and body mechanics; Supervises the work of Physical Therapy Aides; Maintains records of services provided; Oversees the preparation and submission of treatment authorization requests; assures that authorization for physical therapy has been obtained; Participates in quality assurance program; Participates in in-service training; Maintains treatment areas and equipment in good working order; Dependent upon area of practice or department assignments, demonstrates clinical; Knowledge and skill in the care of the newborn, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient ranging up to 100+ years of age. Graduation from an approved school of Physical Therapy; Current licensure by the State of California as a Registered Physical Therapist; Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Provider certification within 30 days of employment.