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This 246-bed acute care facility is a regional medical center serving far Northern California. They have an immediate and ongoing need for inpatient PT help. This could be a 13-week contract assignment.

The Hospital offers a diverse range of services from emergency medicine, critical care, general/specialty surgery, oncology, cardiovascular, neurosciences to orthopedic care designed to meet the needs of the area. They have been serving far Northern California since 1945. The staff includes more than 600 registered nurses, technicians, and support personnel working alongside more than 300 physicians on staff. Enjoy working with a staff committed to combining the latest proven technology with personal care and attention to help patients get better.

Since the earthquake in Haiti, our physical and occupational therapists have been wondering how they can help out with the relief efforts. The need is great and will continue for many months. There are several ways to provide assistance: you can donate money, donate medical supplies, volunteer or accept a contract position as a rehab therapist. The APTA has an excellent page devoted to this topic. Read more about the best and most secure ways to contribute money, supplies and time to the Haitian relief effort.

The recent passage of healthcare legislation will provide health insurance to more than 30 million people who do not have it now. The new law would prevent insurers from refusing to cover people with pre-existing conditions and would also limit the amount a person would have to pay for his or her own care. This legislation will be hotly debated over the next several weeks, and will change the way healthcare facilities do business.
Much of the funding for the reform will come from reductions to Medicare and Medicaid programs which will undergo a major overhaul. Read more about the proposed changes and how they could affect the future of the rehab therapy profession in this article from Modern Healthcare. 

Also soon to affect rehab therapy patients and therapists are the Medicare caps which will go into effect on January 1, 2010. These limits will be placed on outpatient rehabilitation services and will affect many older Americans who require extensive physical therapy to recover from stroke, injuries, fractures and more. Many rehab therapists feel that the failure to ensure these benefits for seniors is in sharp contrast to the healthcare reform package promising coverage for all Americans. Read more about the APTA’s response to the caps and other healthcare legislation on their website.

What do you think? How do you feel about the way this could affect your patients and your profession?

Proponents of Direct Access feel that patients should have access to quality rehab therapy providers of their choice instead of having to navigate through the referral process with their physician. This process of making appointments, scheduling exams and waiting for insurance authorization can take up to six months or longer in some cases.

Physical Therapists are licensed, educated and fully accredited to provide treatment. Direct access to physical therapist services helps save patient costs, time and unnecessary office visits. Most important, direct access provides faster pain relief and recovery.

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Attention California Occupational Therapists and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants:

We are experiencing high demand for quality OTs and COTAs .  Are you working as many hours as you need? Would you like more hours or would you like to pick up some extra holiday cash? WE CAN KEEP YOU BUSY! We have many rehab therapy assignments throughout California right now! Don’t settle for an inflexible perm job you don’t want or a travel assignment in an undesirable location. We have local jobs in your area right now and we need your help. Maintain your flexibility and still get as many hours as you want, right where you live…it’s the best of both worlds. Call Wendi today at: 800-787-6787 to discuss our job openings.

Thanksgiving is the time to reflect upon the blessings in our lives. At Preferred, we are thankful for all our wonderful rehab therapists, our fantastic clients and the ability to be able to provide excellent patient care each day. 

At the Preferred office, we held our Thanksgiving potluck lunch and discussed all things for which we are personally thankful. While this year has not been easy for many, it makes us even more grateful for the things in our lives that really do matter: family, friends and good health. As we enter the holiday shopping season, let us remember that these most precious things cannot be bought in a store. Take the time to tell the special people in your life how much you love them and give thanks that you are able to share your blessings.

Looking to pick up some extra holiday cash? We need your help! We have openings for holiday coverage for physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants and speech-language pathologists in all types of settings: acute, outpatient, rehab, SNFs and more. Our immediate needs are for November 27, the day after Thanksgiving. Work a four-hour shift or longer. This is a great way to establish yourself in a different rehab facility. Get your foot in the door now and get called back for December holiday staffing needs, too.

Sign on with Preferred Healthcare Registry and Save 25% on online Continuing Education courses!

We understand that as a healthcare professional you make a commitment to lifelong learning. Through our partnership with Dynamic Learning Online, you can earn CEUs in a flexible and convenient online experience.  All courses are developed and taught by leading rehab therapy and healthcare professionals and are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

If you’re already signed up with Preferred Healthcare Registry, you’re eligible for a 25% discount on all of Dynamic Learning web-based courses.

In addition to your online discount, Preferred Healthcare Registry offers reimbursements for Continuing Education.

You will be eligible for this benefit after 6 months of consistent work at 20 hours per week for part-time employees and 30 hours a week for full time employees.

Reimbursement:

Part-time employees: Up to $250 per year

Full-time employees: Up to $500 per year

Classes must commence after eligibility has been met. Receipt of payment and proof of course completion must be submitted. Course must be approved by HR department.

Attention Texas Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and Occupational Therapy Students!

Would you like to learn more about a registry career? Are you looking for a full-time or part-time rehab therapy job?

Stop by our booth at the TOTA Mountain Central Conference November 13-15, 2009 at the Omni San Antonio.

Enter our drawing to win a Garmin portable GPS navigation system and meet Wendi, our Regional Sales Manager.
Register for the TOTA conference online. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Omni San Antonio, Texas
9821 Colonnade Blvd
San Antonio, Texas 78230

Attention California Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants!
Would you like to learn more about a registry career? Are you looking for a full-time or part-time rehab therapy job? Stop by our Booth#236 at the OTAC Annual Conference on October 23-25 in Sacramento. You will also get the chance to win a Garmin GPS in our drawing! We look forward to seeing you there!