Physical Therapist, Outpatient MSK and Neuro, 40 Hours

Kaiser Permanente; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Petaluma, CA is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist to deliver direct patient care under supervision of the Director or Clinical Supervisor. The role emphasizes accurate documentation and adherence to applicable laws and Kaiser policies.

Responsibilities include participating in multidisciplinary clinics, referrals when outside scope, and potential education or in-service duties as needed. California PT licensure and National Provider Identifier are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum and licensure in California.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local requirements for practice.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary clinics a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within scope of practice and according to PT Act and Kaiser policies.
• Document services accurately and timely per state and federal requirements.
• Participate in rounds, case management, and multidisciplinary clinics as requested.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

PT degree (Bachelor/Master/Doctoral) + licensure

Job description

Job Summary

Provides physical therapy services for patients under the direction and supervision of the Director, Assistant Director, and or Clinical Supervisor or designee.

Essential Responsibilities

• Deliver Direct Patient Care Consistent with the provisions of the Physical Therapy Practice Act, licensing bodies, and Kaiser Permanente HealthPlan.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of services provided per State and Federal requirements and relevant medical group and health plan policies and guidelines.
• Participates in multidisciplinary clinics, patient care rounds, and case management conferences as requested by management.
• Refers patient to appropriate medical providers when care is outside of scope of practice.
• May instruct patient education classes and/ or groups as requested by management.
• May provide department in-service as requested by management e.g., journal club presentation, regular in-service presentation.
• May assists in orientation and training of employees as needed.
• May serve as a clinical instructor as requested by management.
• May provide consultation to staff.
• May act as a mentor for staff.
• May assist in orientation and training of employees as needed.
• May participate in performance improvement projects or other committees as requested by management.
• May be involved in the clinical competency of PT Assistants and PT Aides.
• May monitor the work of contract therapists and the treatment of patients in Kaiser and non-Kaiser facilities.
• Performs other duties as required within scope of practice.

Basic Qualifications

Experience

• N/A

Education

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a Bachelor or Master or Doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy or foreign trained equivalent.

License, Certification, Registration

• Physical Therapist License (California) required at hire
  

• National Provider Identifier required at hire
  

• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

This position supports Kaiser Permanente's code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
INTERNAL POSTING PERIOD: Starts 12:00AM 10/21/2026 - Ends 12:00AM 10/28/2026