Bakersfield, CA23 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. Kern Medical offers a range of primary, specialty, and multi-specialty services including high-risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services integrated with county mental health programs, and a growing network of outpatient clinics providing personalized patient-centered wellness care.