Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Indio, CA at Cynet Health

Job Title: Physical Therapist
Job Specialty: Rehabilitation Therapy - Physical Therapist
Job Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
Experience: Minimum 1 year
License: Active Physical Therapist license or eligibility to test soon
Certifications: PT skills and certifications update as necessary
Must-Have: Proficiency in DX and ICD-10 coding for billing purposes

Job Description:

- Implement patient rehabilitation programs to enhance mobility, function, and strength.
- Evaluate and treat patients with physical therapy and rehabilitation programs.
- Utilize Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems for evaluations, reports, and discharge summaries.
- Supervise PT Assistants and Aides in all aspects of patient care.
- Communicate effectively with physicians and team members to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Document patient charts accurately and manage follow-up with prescriptions, test results, and authorizations.
- Assist with business marketing and referral processes as needed.
- Adhere to HIPAA policies and procedures to protect patient privacy.
- Maintain familiarity with billing policies involving Medicare, work-comp, and other payment methods.
- Stay physically active to assist patients with mobility, transfers, and walking safety.
- Participate in Company privacy training and communicate privacy policies effectively.

Note: This position involves physical demands such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving
The employee must be alert to ensure resident safety
The work environment is an outpatient/rehabilitation clinic setting, with no travel expected.