Flexible Part-Time Physical Therapist in Santa Monica

Lodi Nursing and Rehabilitation; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Berkley West Healthcare Center in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for Part-Time or PRN roles. You will lead comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment programs in a Skilled Nursing and rehab setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling, patient-centered care, and professional oversight of PTAs and aides, with competitive hourly compensation and a focus on geriatric and post-acute care outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active California Physical Therapist license
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations and reassessments per physician orders and California standards of practice
• Develop and modify individualized plans of care with measurable functional goals
• Deliver skilled therapeutic interventions to restore function and reduce impairment
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with California state law
• Provide oversight to rehabilitation aides, students, and volunteers as assigned
• Communicate evaluation findings, progress updates, and discharge outcomes to physicians and team
• Instruct patients and caregivers in home exercise programs and assistive devices
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in line with federal and organizational requirements
• Participate in MDS assessments, care conferences, and care plan development
• Support discharge planning and transition-of-care coordination

Skills

Licensure CA PT

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

PT degree (BSc/MSc/PhD)

Job description

Berkley West Healthcare Center in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for Part-Time or PRN roles. You will lead comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment programs in a Skilled Nursing and rehab setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling, patient-centered care, and professional oversight of PTAs and aides, with competitive hourly compensation and a focus on geriatric and post-acute care outcomes.