Physical Therapist License Applicant ( PTLA )

Company: VibrantCare Rehabilitation
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Job Description:

*Student Loan forgiveness available.*

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
*Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy curriculum with either a* *Bachelor's or Master's Degree.*

*Experience: *None Required

*License/Certification: * PTLA - Physical Therapist Licensed Applicant by the state of Arizona by the Physical Therapy Board of Arizona

Essential Responsibilities And Expectations
Under The Supervision Of A Licensed Physical Therapist:
* Evaluate Patients Promptly, And Per Facility Policies And Expectations, Upon Receiving Physician Referral For Treatment
* Develop Effective Treatment Plans
* Obtain Approval For Services From Referring Physician
* Treat Patients According To Treatment Plan Approved By Physician
* Communicate Regularly With Supervisor, Other Members Of The Rehabilitation Team, And Staff Regarding Patient Treatment Plan, Progress, And Prognosis
* Record Evaluations, Daily Treatment Notes, Weekly Progress Notes, 14-Day Progress Report To The Physician, Recertifications, And Discharge Summaries Per Company And Facility Policy And Procedure.
* Complete All Required Documentation From Your Daily Treatments/Interventions Prior To Leaving The Facility
* Educate Patient Families In Treatment And Any Applicable Maintenance Programs
* Participate In Discharge Planning
* Secure Necessary Durable Medical Equipment (E.G., Orthoses, Walkers, Canes Elevated Toilet Seats, And Grab Bars) For Patients To Facilitate Independent Mobility
* Submit All Billing Logs And Necessary Information On A Timely Basis

* Report Any Problem Areas/Equipment Within Each Facility To The Appropriate Supervisor Immediately
* Comply With State Licensing Board Of California, Title 22, CMS, And California Labor Board Guidelines
* Comply With Company And Facility Rules, Policies And Procedures
* Comply With All Applicable Safety Rules, Policies, And Procedures

Additional Responsibilities And Expectations
* Under The Supervision Of A Licensed Physical Therapist, Provide Necessary Training And Guidance To Student Interns As Assigned, Including:

* Supervising Students During The Internship
* Providing Clearly Defined, Career-Related (I.E., Non-Clerical) Responsibilities And Tasks In Accordance With The Students' Academic Programs
* Informing Student Interns About And Ensuring Their Compliance With Company, Facility, State, And Federal Guidelines, And
* Completing Any Paperwork Required By The Company Or The Students' Academic Program

* Assume Other Duties As Assigned

Physical And Mental Requirements
These Physical And Mental Demands Are Representative Of The Physical Requirements Necessary For An Employee To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of The PTLA. Reasonable Accommodation Can Be Made To Enable People With Disabilities To Perform The Described Essential Functions Of The PTLA.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.
* Knowledge of principles, methods, equipment, and theory of the practice of physical therapy
* Knowledge of pathologies and injuries that result in physical impairment
* Knowledge of evaluation and treatment methodologies as applied to routine patient care
* Knowledge of regulatory practice requirements
* Knowledge of legal issues affecting the practice of Physical Therapy;
* Knowledge and adherence to Code of Ethics and performance standards as outlined by the APTA
* Knowledge of basic business aspects of rehab therapy services, such as utilization management, charging practices, and regulatory compliance;
* Knowledge of available equipment and vendors used in assigned areas.
* Ability to develop and document clearly and accurately treatment goals that are realistic, measurable, appropriate, functionally based, and which include patient/family input
* Ability to provide appropriate care and progress treatment based on professional standards of practice, and on the needs of the specific individual, including age, cultural and psychosocial issues, precautions and medical condition'

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Relocation assistance
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
* Signing bonus

Application Question(s):
* Date anticipated to receive PT license?
* Do you have a physical therapy degree?
* We have 40 outpatient locations in NM, AR, CA, WA, AK, HI, TX. Which state and city/region do you want to work in?

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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