Full-Time Geriatric PT - Skilled Nursing Rehab

PACS Group; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking a thoughtful Physical Therapist (PT) for a full-time role at Roseville Care Center in Roseville, CA. The position offers $65.00-$69.00 per hour and focuses on rehabilitation to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

The PT will evaluate residents, develop individualized plans, supervise staff, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care and successful discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required; a master's or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy is preferred.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation setting is preferred.
• Proficiency with computer applications and electronic medical record documentation.
• Experience with Net Health and PointClickCare is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, policies, and professional guidelines.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team and provide resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve established goals.
• Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), aides, and students in direct resident care and related activities in accordance with applicable laws and professional practice standards.
• Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding resident progress, treatment goals, and discharge planning.
• Participate in resident care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, and other interdisciplinary meetings as needed.
• Provide in-service education and training to facility staff as needed.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in medical records in accordance with facility policies, regulatory requirements, and third-party payer guidelines.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control procedures, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance requirements.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safe mobility techniques, fall prevention, and other strategies to support continued progress.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of durable medical equipment to promote resident mobility, safety, and independence, including walkers, canes, splints, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
• Report equipment problems and help ensure therapy equipment remains in safe working condition.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and healthcare professionals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

PACS Group is seeking a thoughtful Physical Therapist (PT) for a full-time role at Roseville Care Center in Roseville, CA. The position offers $65.00-$69.00 per hour and focuses on rehabilitation to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

The PT will evaluate residents, develop individualized plans, supervise staff, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care and successful discharge planning.