Plumas District Hospital

Physical Therapist

Job Locations US-CA-Quincy | US-CA-Greenville
Type Per Diem
Job ID
2021-1354
Category
Allied Health Professionals
Min
USD $61.29/Hr.
Max
USD $87.39/Hr.

Nature and Scope

An exciting opportunity to join a growing rural hospital affiliated physical and occupational therapy center. The Physical Therapist (PT) will provide/coordinate services for our acute/swing bed patients in the hospital setting as well as in our outpatient settings. The PT needs ability to modify and/or adapt treatment techniques to improve outcomes, provision of assessment and evidence-based treatments, skills in the wide range of basic evaluation instruments, participation in PI/QA programs, participation in departmental meetings, supervision of PTA\aid, as needed, and participation in promoting occupational therapy to the hospital, community, local and outside referrals/providers. 

 

Location

We are located 2077 E. Main Street Quincy, CA 95971 and 127 Crescent St C, Greenville, CA 95947. You will be traveling between both offices. 

 

Compensation

Compensation Philosophy: We have 13 pay increments on our clinical pay scales to compensate successful candidate for 30 years of relevant experience

Compensation Range: $61.29 - $87.39 / hour 

 

Job Status / Shift Information

Per Diem and weekdays

 

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy required. A master degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational institution, passed the National Physical Therapist Examination (NPTE). Compliant with state regulatory requirements. Must hold valid license from Physical Therapy Board of California. A valid BLS for healthcare provider certification, approved by the American Heart Association.

Experience

Acute skilled nursing or outpatient settings preferred. 2 to 3 years’ experience as a physical therapist experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Compassionate and attentive to detail. Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices.

Ability to solve problems independently.

Excellent analytical and logical thinking.

 

Must meet physical requirements as stated on job description addendum

 

Responsibilities

  • Assist the physician in evaluating patients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests.
  • Treats patients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance.
  • Records and reports to the physician the patients reaction to treatment and/or any changes in the patient’s condition.
  • Educates patients and their families in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.)
  • Attends rehabilitation center staff meetings and in-service presentations

 

Benefits / Perks

  • Inclusive and connected work environment
  • Discounted memberships with Sierra Saver/ Flight Care
  • Reduced-cost-personal cell phones
  • Shift differentials paid for certain work shifts, including Holiday pay

 

Why Plumas District Hospital

Work in a setting with rugged canyons, crystal clear lakes, grassy meadows, trout-filled streams, fresh pine forests, and brilliant star-filled skies. This is your chance to provide compassionate care with exceptional customer service at Plumas District Hospital. With a diverse population with people from all walks of life, PDH team members provide the residents of Quincy and the surrounding area with essential health care services that are vital to this small mountain community. PDH is located in Quincy, California which is the largest community in Plumas County and has a population of 5,000 residents. Quincy is nestled against the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and tucked in at the edge of the lush American Valley. Chico, California is 80 miles west and Reno, Nevada is 80 miles east of Quincy. Join a medical team that puts community first. Click this link https://www.pdh.org/ to learn more about PDH providers, services, and surrounding community today!

 

Contact Information

Recruiter Name: Nicholas Clawson

Department Phone: 530-283-7169

Department Email: nclawson@pdh.org

Department Location: 1065 Bucks Lake Road Quincy, California 95971

 

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