Physical Therapist - PT

TEEMA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Matching

FSAs

Commuter Benefits

PTO & Holidays

CME Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Malpractice Tail Coverage

Corporate Discounts

Pet Insurance

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to support elderly and disabled patients across outpatient centers in Long Beach, CA. The role blends direct clinical care with organizational leadership to improve patient outcomes while developing staff and ensuring compliance across sites.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, creating care plans, and providing therapy in multiple centers, with opportunities to lead CQI initiatives and participate in interdisciplinary committees.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license issued by the State of California.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with elderly or disabled populations.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physical therapy services to restore function and mobility.
• Develop personalized care plans to promote independence.
• Deliver therapy in-person or remote to support staffing and compliance.
• Participate in team meetings and coordinate care with interdisciplinary staff.
• Lead staff onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development.
• Contribute to data collection, compliance documentation, and CQI efforts.
• Prepare and present program planning and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with quality teams and department leads to align services.

Skills

Licensed CA PT

Geriatric experience

BLS certification

Job description

This opportunity is ideal for a licensed PT who is passionate about supporting elderly and disabled patients in regaining mobility, independence, and quality of life. This position blends direct clinical care with organizational leadership, making it perfect for those looking to expand their impact beyond traditional therapy settings. In this dynamic position, you’ll support the Rehabilitation Manager and play a critical role in staff development, compliance, operational excellence, and patient care outcomes across multiple care centers. It’s more than just a therapy job it’s a chance to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful difference.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality physical therapy services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and promote overall health.
• Evaluate patients with mobility impairments and develop personalized care plans aimed at restoring functional independence.
• Deliver therapy coverage, either remotely or in-person, for multiple care centers to support staffing and compliance needs.
• Participate in assessments, develop care plans, and attend team coordination meetings as part of an integrated patient care model.
• Facilitate staff onboarding, skills training, and re-training to ensure consistent service excellence.
• Support rehabilitation operations by contributing to data collection, analysis, compliance documentation, and reporting.
• Prepare and lead presentations, assist in program planning, and take part in quality improvement (CQI) initiatives.
• Join interdisciplinary committees to help enhance patient health outcomes and the delivery of rehabilitation services.
• Collaborate with quality teams, department leads, and other healthcare professionals to align services with organizational goals and deliver exceptional patient care.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Active Physical Therapist license issued by the State of California Physical Therapy Board.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with elderly (geriatric) or disabled populations.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin is highly valued.

Benefits & Career Growth

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Commuter Benefits
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Malpractice Insurance (Including Tail Coverage)
• Corporate Discounts
• Pet Care Insurance
• And more!

Setting: Outpatient Clinic working with the adults and geriatric population