Contract Physical Therapist: Impactful Patient Care

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

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Fresno, CA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to diagnose movement dysfunction, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through therapeutic massage and rehabilitation to ease pain and promote healing.

You will supervise PT assistants, maintain patient records, participate in trainings, and collaborate with the health care team to ensure compliant, high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• 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 provide stimulation to promote healing
• Maintain patient record by keeping track of goals
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions
• Assess patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in clinical records
• Evaluate treatment outcomes for effectiveness and modify services based on patient evaluation
• Provide consultation to patients, families, caregivers and other service providers
• Communicate progress with supervisor and health team
• Provide discharge summaries per regulatory requirements
• Document all information in electronic systems and maintain patient records
• Participate in trainings and conferences
• Supervise and support PT assistants and rehabilitation aides
• Adhere to company policies and code of conduct
• Maintain active state licensure

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Fresno, CA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to diagnose movement dysfunction, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through therapeutic massage and rehabilitation to ease pain and promote healing.

You will supervise PT assistants, maintain patient records, participate in trainings, and collaborate with the health care team to ensure compliant, high-quality care.