Travel Physical Therapist
Alturas, California
Modoc Medical Center

Current BCLS certification.

Monday through Friday, no weekends. 1 hour for evaluations, 45 min follow up appointments, no double booking. Total of 8-9 patients/day. Under the direction of the Director of Physical Therapy, the Physical Therapist is responsible for the directing of physical therapy services. Coordinates and supervises operation of the department, administers physical agents prescribed by a referring physician. Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities and assures competency of all personnel. Assists in the formulating budget, evaluations, department performance versus budget and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines. Develops and implements system of reviewing department charges, ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis. The Physical Therapist maintains efficient and effective department operations while requiring compliance with all state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols.

Three (3) or more years of previous experience in physical therapy preferred. Current California licensure or certification as a physical therapist. Knowledge of physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of disease processes and related causative factors. Knowledge of benefits/values of rehabilitative medicine and physical therapy agents. Knowledge of infection control, sterile techniques and related impact on rehabilitative medicine practice and equipment. Current BCLS certification. Ability to work with others, at all levels within the organization, and collaborate effectively. Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills. Must be a team player to all departments, confidential of sensitive data, respectful of all other staff members, considerate of other people's time, and accountable for work output.

Monday through Friday, no weekends.