Physical Therapist (PT)

Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company  匹

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation in Oakland, CA seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to lead clinical rehabilitation across two facilities. You will evaluate, plan, and implement PT programs with autonomy while guiding PTAs and staff to improve resident outcomes.

The role offers flexible scheduling (full-time, part-time, PRN) and opportunities for leadership in a mission-driven team caring for geriatric and post-acute residents.

Qualifications

• Active California PT license is required or pending licensure accepted by policy.
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Successful NPTE completion required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations and reassessments per physician orders and CA standards.
• Develop, implement, and modify individualized plans of care with measurable goals.
• Deliver skilled interventions, individually or in groups, to restore function.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatments based on outcomes.
• Supervise PTAs and rehabilitation staff as allowed by state law.
• Document timely, accurate, compliant records per requirements.
• Participate in care conferences, MDS, and discharge planning.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Clinical Judgment

Team Collaboration

Education

California PT license

Physical Therapy degree

NPTE Certification

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist (PT) | Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN | Oakland, CA | $58 - $65/Hour

Lead the Clinical Vision. Two Facilities. One Outstanding Opportunity.

Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation and Lake Park Healthcare Center are hiring a licensed Physical Therapist to join a high-performing, mission-driven rehabilitation team in Oakland, California. If you are a clinician who wants full clinical autonomy, the authority to direct a skilled care team, and the opportunity to deliver measurable outcomes for residents who genuinely need your expertise, this is the role you have been looking for.

Two well-established Skilled Nursing facilities. A collaborative team invested in one another. Meaningful work that makes a visible difference every single day.

Our Mission

We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.

Why Clinicians Choose Oakland Heights And Lake Park

Compensation and Financial Security

• Hourly pay range: $58.00 to $65.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

Health and Wellness Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance — the company covers the majority of Medical HMO premiums, with buy-up plan options available
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage

Work-Life Quality

• Paid Time Off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays (available to Full-Time employees)
• True scheduling flexibility across Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN arrangements
• Bene-Hub employee discount programs

Culture and Career

• Collaborative, supportive therapy teams across two established Oakland facilities
• Clinical leadership opportunity with oversight of PTAs, rehabilitation aides, students, and volunteers
• Meaningful, measurable impact on resident outcomes and quality of life
• A stable, professionally managed environment aligned with federal, state, and local care standards
• Schedule resilience and clinical variety that a single-site position cannot offer
• Centrally located Oakland facilities accessible from throughout the East Bay, Berkeley, and greater Alameda County

The Role

The Physical Therapist is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for comprehensive evaluation, development, implementation, and oversight of individualized physical therapy treatment programs. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and the Facility Administrator.

Core Responsibilities Include

• Performing comprehensive evaluations and reassessments in accordance with physician orders and California standards of practice
• Developing, implementing, and modifying individualized plans of care with measurable functional goals
• Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions, both individual and group, to restore function and reduce impairment
• Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment interventions based on clinical presentation and objective outcomes
• Supervising and directing Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with California state law and professional regulations
• Providing appropriate oversight to rehabilitation aides, students, and volunteers as assigned
• Communicating evaluation findings, progress updates, and discharge outcomes to physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families
• Developing and instructing patients and caregivers in home exercise programs, safe use of assistive devices, orthotics, and adaptive equipment
• Completing timely, accurate, and compliant documentation consistent with federal, state, payer, and organizational requirements
• Participating in MDS assessments, care conferences, care plan development, and quarterly reviews
• Supporting discharge planning, transition-of-care coordination, and community reintegration recommendations
• Participating in quality assurance, performance improvement, utilization review, and risk management initiatives
• Maintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, OSHA, infection control, and all applicable California state practice standards
• Treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism

Physical requirements include the ability to assist with patient transfers, mobility support, repositioning, prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, and lifting with or without assistive devices. The ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations is also required.

What You Bring

• Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the State of California — required (pending licensure considered)
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate) — required
• Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) — required
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
• Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, hospital, or related medical setting — strongly preferred
• Training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to exercise sound clinical judgment
• Composure and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
• Strong organizational skills, leadership ability, and capacity to make independent clinical decisions
• A team-first mindset and a genuine passion for geriatric and post-acute care

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation and Lake Park Healthcare Center are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers.

We are committed to workplaces free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or California law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.

Employment with Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation and Lake Park Healthcare Center is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.

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2361 E 29th St, Oakland, CA 94606, USA