Impactful Physical Therapist: Restore Movement & Relief

Sweetwater Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Bakersfield, CA seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to diagnose movement dysfunction, develop individualized treatment plans, and coach patients through therapeutic massage to ease pain and promote healing.

You will maintain patient records, assess progress, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with the health team. Supervision of PT assistants and adherence to policies are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist in California.
• Knowledge of clinical documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to supervise and support assistants and aides.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their condition and medical history.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening and observing.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Coach patients and teach therapeutic massage to ease pain and promote healing.
• Maintain patient records and track goals.
• Use standardized assessments and evidence-based practice in interventions.
• Assess progress and adjust treatments in the clinical record.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and modify services accordingly.
• Provide counseling to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Communicate progress and plans with the care team.
• Prepare comprehensive discharge summaries per policy.
• Document all required information in the EHR system.
• Participate in trainings and conferences.
• Able to supervise PT assistants and rehab aides.
• Adhere to policies and code of conduct.
• Maintain active State Licensure.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Communication with families

Education

Active State Licensure

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Bakersfield, CA seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to diagnose movement dysfunction, develop individualized treatment plans, and coach patients through therapeutic massage to ease pain and promote healing.

You will maintain patient records, assess progress, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with the health team. Supervision of PT assistants and adherence to policies are required.