Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist (PT)
Citrus Heights Post Acute | Citrus Heights, CA

Pay: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour DOE

Are you a passionate Physical Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery? Citrus Heights Post Acute is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our dynamic rehabilitation team.

If you're committed to providing exceptional patient care in a collaborative and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Join Citrus Heights Post Acute?


* Competitive pay: $65 - $70/hour based on experience


* Full-time opportunity


* Collaborative interdisciplinary team


* Modern therapy gym and rehabilitation programs


* Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education


* Supportive leadership and team-oriented culture


* Make a lasting difference in the lives of our residents every day

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist evaluates residents, develops individualized treatment plans, delivers evidence-based therapy services, and collaborates with physicians, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to maximize resident outcomes and functional independence.

This role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys working in a skilled nursing and post-acute setting and is passionate about helping residents regain mobility, strength, balance, and confidence.

Key Responsibilities


* Evaluate residents to determine therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential.


* Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.


* Improve residents' mobility, strength, endurance, balance, and overall functional independence.


* Supervise and direct Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state regulations.


* Assist with training and development of Restorative Aides.


* Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, families, and interdisciplinary team members regarding resident progress and discharge planning.


* Participate in care conferences, utilization review meetings, and rehabilitation team meetings.


* Provide educational in-services and training to facility staff.


* Complete accurate and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, state, federal, and payer requirements.


* Educate residents and families on home exercise programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.


* Recommend and coordinate durable medical equipment to support resident independence and mobility.


* Maintain a safe treatment environment and ensure proper equipment maintenance.


* Participate in quality improvement and performance enhancement initiatives.

Qualifications
Required


* Current California Physical Therapist (PT) license in good standing.


* Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (Master's or Doctorate preferred).


* Knowledge of therapy practices within a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute setting.


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