Physical Therapist

Ventura Orthopedics and Sports Medicine; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventura Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Simi Valley seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team, supervise therapy staff, plan patient programs, and coordinate clinic operations to deliver high-quality care and positive patient experiences. The role requires California licensure, CPR certification, and commitment to ongoing professional development within a collaborative orthopedic setting.

Additionally, you will evaluate functional outcomes, document progress in eCW, and maintain a

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited physical or occupational therapy education program and passed licensure.
• Must possess an active California license, in good standing.
• Must possess current CPR certification.
• Participation in recent continuing education programs related to PT or OT, per licensing requirements.
• Fundamental understanding of health care policies, including, but not limited to, government regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor delivery of patient services and manage staffing to meet patient load and regulatory requirements.
• Recruit, supervise and direct staff to ensure efficient clinic operation and quality customer service.
• Provide routine input for staff performance reviews.
• Maintain clinic space and equipment.
• Develop annual budget items with department leadership for quality care.

Skills

Physiological Knowledge

Health Promotion

Patient communication

Leadership

Quality focus

Clinical skills

Pain management

Team coordination

Time management

Documentation

Customer service

Education

Accredited PT/OT program

CA license in good standing

CPR certification

Continuing education

Healthcare policy understanding

Tools

eCW

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapist and make a lasting impact on the lives of our patients by helping them recover, restore, and improve their mobility and quality of life.

Overall Responsibility

Responsibilities include supervising, assisting with the planning and coordinating the operations of the clinic to include: Supervising therapy aides, PTAs and students (as applicable) in monitoring delivery of patient services and acting as liaison with patients, physicians and staff within the clinic and throughout Ventura Orthopedics locations.

Therapist Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor delivery of patient services to include regular review of patient activity to forecast and prepare for all changes needed or impacted by patient load, staffing levels, government regulations and policies. Must be current with all payer requirements and policies.
• In conjunction with HR and Therapy Manager and Director, recruit, supervise and direct all staff to ensure efficient clinic operation and quality customer service while embodying the mission statement and promoting the culture of Ventura Orthopedics.
• Provide routine input for the review of staff performance.
• Maintain clinic physical space, including equipment.
• Work with department manager to develop annual budget items to insure proper provision of clinical care.
• Routinely attend Therapy meetings.
• Consistently communicate with Therapy clinic managers, Director of Therapy, CEO, Administration staff, Physicians and Medical clinic managers to ensure quality patient experience.
• Participate in special projects, as needed, which may require reviewing and analyzing information, identifying problems and recommending solutions.
• Perform and document an initial exam.
• Plan, prepare and carry out individually designed programs of therapy to restore, improve or maintain function, alleviate pain and progress to independence of exercise program.
• Identify and document functional goals, anticipated progress and plans for re-evaluation and discharge.
• Confer with patient, family and referring practitioner to properly plan and oversee patient treatment and progress.
• Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures and exercises to be continued at home.
• Record prognosis, treatment, response and progress via eCW in a timely manner. Maintain MD prescription, as needed.

Requirements

Skills and Attributes

• Physiological Knowledge, Health Promotion and Maintenance
• Creating a Safe, Effective Environment
• Motivating Others
• Legal Compliance
• Quality Focus
• Bedside Manner
• Clinical Skills
• Pain Management
• Persistence
• Energy Level
• Good communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Strong sense of customer/patient service
• Follow dress code and professional appearance

Education And/or Experience

• Must have completed an accredited physical or occupational therapy education program and passed the required licensure exam.
• Must possess an active California license, in good standing.
• Must possess current CPR certification.
• Participation in recent continuing education programs related to PT or OT, per licensing requirements.
• Fundamental understanding of health care policies, including, but not limited to, government regulations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Physical or Occupational Therapy License
• Current CPR Certification
• Current TB

Salary Description

$87,000-$99,000 annual