Clinical Physical Therapist: Patient-Centered Rehab

Sweetwater Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a licensed physical therapist to assess movement dysfunction, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through therapeutic massage and rehabilitation activities.

You will supervise physical therapist assistants, maintain accurate electronic records, participate in trainings, and collaborate with the health team to monitor progress and adjust care accordingly.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure required.
• Ability to supervise and support PT assistants and students.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping in EHR.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to assess conditions and medical history.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction through observation and gait analysis.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and adjust them as needed.
• Teach therapeutic massage techniques to ease pain and promote healing.
• Maintain and update patient records and progress notes.
• Complete discharge summaries per regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and mentor PT assistants and students.

Skills

Active State Licensure

Supervise PT assistants

Documentation

Interdisciplinary communication

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a licensed physical therapist to assess movement dysfunction, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through therapeutic massage and rehabilitation activities.

You will supervise physical therapist assistants, maintain accurate electronic records, participate in trainings, and collaborate with the health team to monitor progress and adjust care accordingly.