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Physical Therapist

Location: San Rafael, California

Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2025


Job Summary:
Physical Therapists are dedicated healthcare professionals focused on helping individuals with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities improve their physical function and mobility. They play a crucial role in patient rehabilitation and recovery, using evidence-based techniques to promote optimal health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Patient Assessment:
  • Evaluate patients to determine their physical condition, functional limitations, and rehabilitation needs through medical history reviews, physical examinations, and specialized assessments.
  • Treatment Planning:
  • Develop individualized treatment plans with specific goals and objectives based on patient assessments, considering unique needs and existing medical conditions.
  • Therapeutic Interventions:
  • Utilize a variety of techniques and modalities, including exercises, manual therapy, therapeutic modalities (e.g., ultrasound, electrical stimulation), and specialized equipment to regain physical function and mobility.
  • Exercise Prescription:
  • Design and prescribe exercise programs targeting strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, and coordination, while educating patients on proper techniques and monitoring their progress.
  • Manual Therapy:
  • Apply techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue massage, and manipulation to enhance mobility and alleviate pain.
  • Assistive Devices:
  • Recommend and assist patients in using assistive devices (e.g., crutches, canes, walkers, orthotics) to facilitate mobility and recovery.
  • Patient Education:
  • Educate patients and their families about conditions, recovery processes, and strategies for preventing future injuries while promoting a healthy lifestyle.
  • Pain Management:
  • Employ methods such as heat or cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and muscle tension reduction techniques to manage pain effectively.
  • Injury Prevention:
  • Provide guidance on techniques and exercises to prevent injuries, particularly for athletes and individuals at risk of specific conditions.
  • Monitoring Progress:
  • Track and assess patients’ progress throughout treatment, making necessary adjustments to the treatment plan to ensure continuous improvement.
  • Record Keeping:
  • Maintain detailed records of patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress for comprehensive patient care, legal compliance, and insurance purposes.
  • Collaboration:
  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, coordinating care with physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
  • Research and Continuing Education:
  • Engage in research and stay updated with advancements in the field to provide effective, evidence-based care.
  • Administrative Tasks:
  • Handle administrative responsibilities, including scheduling patient appointments, managing insurance claims, and maintaining equipment and supplies.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Valid and current physical therapy license in the respective jurisdiction.
  • Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation techniques.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in specialized areas such as sports rehabilitation, pediatrics, geriatrics, or neurology.
  • Advanced certifications in specific therapeutic techniques or modalities.
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Certifications (if any):
  • Licensed Physical Therapist (state-specific)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (preferred)
  • Additional specialized certifications (e.g., Orthopedic Certified Specialist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)

Education: Bachelors Degree

Certification: Basic Life Support , Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support