Physical Therapist
Sutter Health
Concord, CA
$56-74/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
Pay
Description
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Organization:
SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - BayPosition Overview:
Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Physical Therapist is responsible for the delivery of appropriate, adequate, effective, efficient direct patient care services assigned by the Primary Care Clinician and approved by the Clinical Manager. Responsibilities include implementation of the physician plan of care, obtaining physician orders, supervision of home health aides, and coordination of care within an interdisciplinary team and participating in effective utilization management and control of patient supplies. Consistently provides care based on the age-related needs of the unique population with consideration of their development/psychosocial needs, environmental safety, educational needs, communication style, and level of understanding. The Physical Therapist is accountable to the Primary Care Clinician for ensuring that the plan of care is implemented following professional standards of care and agency specific protocols. The Physical Therapist is directly accountable to the Clinical Manager, and will receive functional guidance from the Primary Care Clinician. The Physical Therapist may give clinical guidance to PTAs, HHA and other clinical staff as appropriate.Job Description:
EDUCATION
Bachelor's: Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program.
Master's: Masters in Physical Therapy
Doctorate: Doctorate in Physical Therapy
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
PT-Physical Therapist
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
DL-Valid Drivers License Class C
AUTO-Automobile Insurance
DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
Department: Home Health, DL-Valid California Drivers Class C
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
1 One year of professional experience in an acute or similar outpatient setting required.
1 One year of experience in a home health and/or hospice position preferred.
5 Direct patient care experience within the past five years required.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills: with legible handwriting for documentation of patient records in a clear and concise manner.
Basic understanding of home care services, clinical standards of care and practice, Title XXII, Medicare Conditions of Participation, CHAP home health accreditation requirements, QI outcomes/benchmarking, infection control;
Good understanding of reimbursement patterns for Medicare and other payors; good working understanding of budget and other financial reports.
Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, motivation, flexibility, energy and creativity.
Ability to form harmonious working relationships with internal and external customers.
Demonstrated leadership and negotiation skills and the ability to manage resources for patient care in a cost effective manner.
Excellent collaborative and problem solving skills with customers and management.
Ability to exercise independent sound judgment in planning and providing patient care.
Demonstrated ability in physical, psychosocial, and environmental assessment skills and in implementing plan of treatment.
Excellent organizational skills. Must be able to meet company productivity standards as indicated by organization and manager. Must be able to handle sensitive issues, conflict with or among others, respectively direct and reinforce staff efforts; effectively plan and organize and prioritize work, think critically to both effectively plan and organize department operations consistent with Sutter Care at Home’s strategic and operating objectives and to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when to consult supervisor.
Must be able to deal with challenging work environment with time demands and occasional conflicting priorities.
Maintain a positive and professional image and demonstrate self-directed learning to meet professional development and/or license requirements.
Is responsible for maintaining all required licensure and certifications.
At orientation and annually thereafter, must be able to meet Sutter Care at Home core competencies for position and area of specialty, as appropriate.
Must have reliable transportation.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link:
Job Shift:
DaysSchedule:
Part TimeShift Hours:
8Days of the Week:
Monday - FridayWeekend Requirements:
Every other WeekendBenefits:
YesUnions:
YesPosition Status:
Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:
24Employee Status:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $55.80 to $73.99 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Employer
Sutter Health
About Concord, CA
- The cost of living in Concord, CA is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Concord experiences average summer highs of around 87°F and winter lows of about 39°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Concord and can be found with some research and planning.
- Concord is fairly car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation is provided by County Connection buses and BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) for commuting to nearby cities.
- Concord has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Concord offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local parks and recreational facilities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby hiking trails and parks.
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