Lead Physical Therapist & Rehab Coach

Sweetwater Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate movement dysfunction, review patient histories, and develop individualized treatment plans. You will coach patients and teach therapeutic massage techniques to ease pain and promote healing, while documenting goals in the clinical record.

You will supervise physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation aides, participate in trainings, ensure regulatory compliance, and communicate progress with the health team.

Qualifications

• Active State Licensure
• Ability to supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and rehabilitation aides

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms and review medical histories and referrals.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and adjust treatments based on progress.
• Coach patients and teach therapeutic massage to ease pain and promote healing.
• Maintain patient records by tracking goals and documenting progress.
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provide discharge summaries and ensure regulatory compliance in documentation.
• Communicate progress and plans with supervisors and health team members.
• Participate in trainings and supervise PTAs and rehabilitation aides.

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate movement dysfunction, review patient histories, and develop individualized treatment plans. You will coach patients and teach therapeutic massage techniques to ease pain and promote healing, while documenting goals in the clinical record.

You will supervise physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation aides, participate in trainings, ensure regulatory compliance, and communicate progress with the health team.