Clinical Physical Therapist - Patient-Centric Rehab

Sweetwater Care; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide patient-centered care, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through therapeutic exercises and massage to improve mobility and reduce pain. You will maintain patient records, assess progress, and adjust plans based on outcomes while collaborating with doctors, caregivers, and the rehabilitation team.

The position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services and offers engagement in ongoing trainings

Qualifications

• Active State Licensure

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plan.
• Coach patient and teach therapeutic massage to ease pain and promote healing.
• Maintain patient records by tracking goals.
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Assess progress and adjust treatments in the clinical record per regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and modify services accordingly, referring as needed.
• Provide consultation to patients, families, and other health providers regarding physical disorders.
• Communicate progress, barriers, and plans with supervisor and health team members.
• Prepare comprehensive discharge summaries per regulatory requirements.
• Document all required information in electronic records and record treatment minutes.
• Participate in trainings, in-services, and conferences.
• Supervise physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation aides.
• Adhere to company policies and code of conduct.
• Maintain active state licensure.

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide patient-centered care, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through therapeutic exercises and massage to improve mobility and reduce pain. You will maintain patient records, assess progress, and adjust plans based on outcomes while collaborating with doctors, caregivers, and the rehabilitation team.

The position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services and offers engagement in ongoing trainings