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Clinical Specialist II-Physical Therapy
$99k-117k (estimate)
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Kaiser Permanente is Hiring a Clinical Specialist II-Physical Therapy Near San Marcos, CA
Job Summary:
Under indirect supervision, the CSI provides direct patient care which may include assessment, design of treatment programs, and implementation of treatment programs particularly for those patients presenting with complicated physical therapy issues. Additionally, the CSII acts as a resource and a mentor to staff and students in their area of clinical specialty. The CSII arranges for, plan and deliver educational opportunities for internal and external customers both locally and regionally. The CSII assists the department administrator in the development of new clinical programs. The CSII reports directly to the Department Administrator or Assistant Department Administrator.Essential Responsibilities:
- Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
- Develops and implement in service training programs in areas of expertise for students, staff, and clinicians.
- Insure cleanliness of assigned area and proper functioning of patient care equipment by following department equipment maintenance policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates professional competence in assessing patients condition at the onset and through all phases of the physical therapy program:
- Routinely obtain accurate and complete history through clinical observation and interaction with the patient.
- Routinely perform appropriate examinations, using specialized evaluation procedures.
- Consistently interpret evaluation findings correctly to determine nature and degree of dysfunction.
- Routinely take usual and special precautions relative to the age, medical history and condition of the patient and the type of treatment being given.
- Consistently establish measurable treatment goals and develop appropriate treatment plans to achieve those goals.
- Regularly reassess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress toward goals, and the need for modification of treatment and/or goals.
- Routinely consult with the referring physician regarding treatment request which are contraindicated relative to the patients physical condition or medical history.
- Delegate appropriately to support personnel.
- Demonstrate skill in the performance of physical therapy skills relative to musculoskeletal and neurological assessment and treatment procedures including:
- Testing and treatment of spine and extremities using accessory and physiological joint motions.
- Clinical testing to determine muscle strength, reflexes, sensation, coordination, range of motion, and other sensory motor skills.
- Clinical analysis and treatment of postural, gait, and ADL disorders.
- Administration of modalities and other physical agents.
- Administrations of exercise programs/development of patient care programs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
- Is able to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide care in accordance with departmental policy.
- Documents clinical activities in a timely, accurate, and comprehensive manner following department policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients, families, staff, physicians, and other personnel.
- Develop and implement special classes or clinics for patient populations within area of expertise in conjunction with other members of the rehabilitation department and outside personnel as appropriate.
- Acts as a resource and mentor to students and department staff in areas of clinical expertise.
- Monitor developments in area of clinical specialty, assess training requirements of staff; develop appropriate programs for department.
- Assist in evaluating clinical competency of staff in areas of clinical expertise and provide input into staff performance evaluations.
- Provide a minimum of one continuing education program in area of clinical expertise for staff/community on an annual basis.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum four (4) years of full time experience (2080 hours = 1 year) one of which can be met by enrollment in or completion of an APTA credentialed fellowship program or successful passage of an APTA specialty certification exam.
Education
- Completion of an accredited PT training program with a certificate, BS, MS, or DPT degree.
- 300 hours of specialized education (can be completed via applicable continuing education course work, residency or fellowship hours/course work.
License, Certification, Registration
- Physical Therapist License (California)
- National Provider Identifier
- Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
- Completion of Pre-employment and annual physicals.
- Completion of annual skills competency assessment.
- Understanding/Competence in basic safety and infection control procedures i.e. proper body mechanics, universal precautions.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- N/A.
Notes:
- This is a Pain PT/Ortho PT position
- Additional locations: Garfield Specialty Center. Clinic weekend commitment
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Other
INDUSTRY
Hospital
SALARY
$99k-117k (estimate)
POST DATE
04/21/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
04/26/2024
HEADQUARTERS
LOMITA, CA
SIZE
>50,000
FOUNDED
2007
CEO
THELMA NERI
REVENUE
$50M - $200M
INDUSTRY
Hospital
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