Physical Therapist

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

Job summary

Roseville Care Center in Roseville, CA is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team. The PT evaluates residents, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides therapy to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

The ideal candidate will have a CA PT license, SNF experience, strong communication, and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary team to help residents achieve their highest level of function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy required; a master’s or doctoral degree in PT preferred.
• California Physical Therapist license in good standing required.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Proficiency with computer applications and electronic medical record documentation (Net Health, PointClickCare preferred).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to determine PT needs and rehabilitation potential per physician orders.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and independence.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans to achieve goals.
• Supervise PTAs, aides, and students as applicable and per laws.
• Document accurately in medical records and maintain confidentiality.
• Educate residents and families on goals, home exercise programs, and mobility techniques.
• Coordinate with physicians and care team for discharge planning and progress updates.
• Participate in quality assurance and rehabilitation program development.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Resident-centered care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's or Doctoral degree preferred

California Physical Therapist license

Experience in SNF/rehabilitation setting preferred

Tools

Net Health

PointClickCare

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) – Full Time

Roseville Care Center | Roseville, CA

Pay Range: $65.00–$69.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation

About the Position

Roseville Care Center is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team. The Physical Therapist evaluates residents, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides therapeutic services to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.

The ideal candidate is committed to resident-centered care, effective communication, and helping residents achieve their highest possible level of function and quality of life in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.

Essential Duties and 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.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 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.

License and Certifications

• Current, valid California Physical Therapist license in good standing.
• Must meet applicable continuing education and license renewal requirements.
• CPR certification, if required by applicable licensure or facility policy.
• Additional certifications as required or appropriate for the position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), therapy aides, and physical therapy students, as applicable.

Physical Requirements

The essential functions of this position require frequent standing and walking and occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment.

The position requires reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and manipulating objects and equipment. Physical demands may include exertion exceeding 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, or 20 pounds constantly. Resident handling, transfers, and mobility assistance must be performed in accordance with applicable safe resident-handling procedures and facility protocols.

Effective communication, including speaking and hearing, and the ability to respond to visual, auditory, and tactile cues are necessary to provide safe and effective resident care.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, consistent with applicable law.

Work Environment

This position is based in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. The noise level is generally low to moderate. The Physical Therapist must follow applicable infection prevention, safety, and resident care procedures.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Roseville Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status as protected by law, religion, religious creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision‑making, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Roseville Care Center complies with applicable federal and California employment laws, including reasonable accommodation requirements for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances.

Join Roseville Care Center and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents through compassionate, high‑quality rehabilitation care.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.