Physical Therapist

Located at the intersection of Tampa Avenue and Sherman Way in Reseda, Grancell Village is home to over 350 seniors, who are receiving skilled nursing, geriatric psychiatry, and short-term rehabilitation care. It is also the site of the Jewish Home's Brandman Centers for Senior Care.
We value our employees We offer long term employment opportunities with job stability, including supporting and encouraging career growth advancement. We offer Health, Dental and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, 403(b) with Matching Retirement Plan, Life insurance (paid by the company) and a team spirit workplace culture

The Physical Therapist’s responsibilities are but not limited to:
Responsibilities:
Under a physician’s order, performs the following within scope of practice and federal guidelines:

• Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems. 
• Administers and interprets tests and measurements for muscle strength, coordination, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
• Provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care. 
• Instructs patients, families, and caregivers in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and other devices. 
• Maintains patient records. 
• Devises special tools and treatment for the specific needs of patients.
• Conducts home assessments as appropriate to ensure discharge of residents to a safe environment.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations. 

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.   
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy issued by State’s Board of Allied Health Professionals.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May provide onsite supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides. 
• Provisional physical therapists per state practice guidelines.

Physical Demands and Environment:

• Shift work may be required.  Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. 
• Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients typically weighing between 100 to 250 pounds.  
• Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.  
• In compliance with applicable, law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Shift: Day
Temporary: No
Cover Letter Req: Yes
Work Week: Varies
Number of Hours: 40
Position Type ID: Full-Time
Department: Rehabilitation 
Location ID: Reseda, CA 

About Los Angeles Jewish Health:

The evolution of our name from Los Angeles Jewish Home to Los Angeles Jewish Health reflects our commitment to providing a broad spectrum of best-in-class senior healthcare services while staying true to our mission - delivering excellence in senior care for all, rooted in Jewish values. With more than 100 years of trusted care for seniors, we have evolved to meet the ever-changing needs of each individual. As the largest single-source senior housing provider in Los Angeles, our San Fernando Valley and Playa Vista campuses are home to more than 1,000 women and men. We serve more than 4,000 seniors through our comprehensive healthcare programs and provide independent living options for those who simply want the reassurance that help is there if they need it. From adult day care activities to residential living to short-term or long-term care, we meet you where you are in life to provide the right personalized senior experience for you.

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