Geriatric Rehab PT - Full/Part Time

Lakewood Healthcare; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakewood Healthcare in Downey, CA seeks a Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and lead rehabilitation services within a multidisciplinary team.

The role includes evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, supervising PTAs and aides, and ensuring accurate documentation and regulatory compliance. Geriatric rehab experience and licensed PT are preferred. Full-time opportunity with additional part-time/PRN positions.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level PT degree requirements and licensure.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients; develop plan of care.
• Supervise PTAs and aides in patient care.
• Communicate patient progress with supervisor and team.
• Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately.
• Coordinate with physicians and family for approvals and care plans.
• Assist in professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and facility procedures.

Skills

PT evaluation knowledge

Supervise therapists/aides

Interdisciplinary communication

Medical terminology

CPR certification

Geriatric rehab care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Current Physical Therapist License

Job description

Lakewood Healthcare in Downey, CA seeks a Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and lead rehabilitation services within a multidisciplinary team.

The role includes evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, supervising PTAs and aides, and ensuring accurate documentation and regulatory compliance. Geriatric rehab experience and licensed PT are preferred. Full-time opportunity with additional part-time/PRN positions.