Contract Physical Therapist needed

Sweetwater Care; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care, a rehabilitation organization in California, seeks a licensed physical therapist to deliver evidence-based care and develop individualized treatment plans. The role involves patient assessments, treatment progression, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and staff.

Responsibilities include supervising assistants, conducting trainings, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist with valid state license.
• Experience in rehabilitation settings preferred.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to assess physical condition and review medical history.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction through observation and examination.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Coach patients and teach therapeutic massage techniques to relieve pain.
• Maintain patient records and track progress toward goals.
• Use standardized assessments to support interventions.
• Assess progress and adjust treatments per clinical guidelines.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and refer as needed.
• Provide counseling to patients and families about physical disorders.
• Communicate progress and plans with supervisors and health team.
• Prepare comprehensive discharge summaries per policy.
• Document all required information in the electronic system.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical documentation

Team communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

State license to practice physical therapy

Job description

Principal Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms. Review their medical history and referrals from doctors or surgeons.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plan
• Coach patient and teach them therapeutic massage to ease patients’ 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.
• Assesses patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.
• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and maintains patient records according to company policy. Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.
• Able to supervise and support physical therapist assistants; rehabilitation aides and/or students.
• Adherence to Company required policy and procedures and code of conduct.
• Active State Licensure

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