Clinical Physical Therapist: Patient-Centered Rehab Leader

Sweetwater Care; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to consult with patients, review medical histories, diagnose movement dysfunction, and develop individualized treatment plans designed to ease pain and promote healing.

You will supervise PT assistants and rehabilitation aides, document progress in electronic records, provide patient and family counseling, deliver discharge summaries, participate in trainings, and ensure regulatory and company policies are followed.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state
• Experience supervising assistants and rehab aides
• Ability to develop individualized treatment plans
• Proficient in documentation and regulatory compliance
• Excellent patient communication and counseling skills

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to assess physical condition and review medical history
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by observation and patient interview
• Develop individualized treatment plans
• Teach therapeutic massage techniques to ease pain and promote healing
• Maintain patient records and track goals
• Use standardized assessments and evidence-based practices
• Monitor progress and adjust treatments in the clinical record
• Evaluate outcomes and refer as needed
• Provide discharge summaries and communicate with care team
• Document required information in electronic systems
• Participate in trainings and conferences
• Supervise PT assistants and rehab staff
• Comply with company policies and code of conduct
• Maintain active state licensure

Skills

Clinical assessment

Evidence-based practice

Patient communication

Regulatory compliance

Supervision of PT aides

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to consult with patients, review medical histories, diagnose movement dysfunction, and develop individualized treatment plans designed to ease pain and promote healing.

You will supervise PT assistants and rehabilitation aides, document progress in electronic records, provide patient and family counseling, deliver discharge summaries, participate in trainings, and ensure regulatory and company policies are followed.