Physical Therapist PT-PartTime

PACS Group; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Kern River Transitional Care in the United States seeks a compassionate Part-Time Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. This role focuses on improving residents' mobility, independence, and quality of life through individualized therapy.

Responsibilities include evaluating mobility, developing treatment plans, and delivering skilled PT services in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. California license and CPR/BLS required; competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current and unrestricted California Physical Therapist license required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Experience in skilled nursing/rehabilitation/geriatric care preferred.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and with an interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of EMR systems (PointClickCare or similar).
• Compassionate and resident-centered approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' mobility, strength, balance, coordination, ROM, and functional abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on residents' needs and goals.
• Provide skilled PT services to improve mobility, independence, safety, and function.
• Help residents regain ability to walk, transfer, balance, and perform daily activities.
• Establish measurable goals and adjust plans as residents progress.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, and transfer training.
• Educate residents and families on plans, safety, and mobility techniques.
• Complete evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, OT, SLP, and other team members.
• Supervise PTAs and rehab staff as permitted by policy.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of health information.
• Follow professional standards and facility policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Documentation

Time-management

Independent work

Education

Graduate of a PT program

CA Physical Therapist license

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) - Part-Time

Kern River Transitional Care

Pay Range: $65.00-$70.00 per hour, based on experience

Build Strength, Restore Independence, and Transform Lives

Kern River Transitional Care is seeking a compassionate and motivated Part -Time Physical Therapist to join our outstanding rehabilitation team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your clinical expertise will directly improve residents' mobility, confidence, independence, and quality of life.

Our interdisciplinary team is committed to delivering personalized, resident-centered care and celebrating every milestone along the road to recovery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' mobility, strength, balance, coordination, range of motion, and functional abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each resident's needs, goals, and medical condition.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services to improve mobility, independence, safety, and overall function.
• Help residents regain the ability to walk, transfer, maintain balance, and complete daily activities safely.
• Establish measurable goals and modify treatment plans based on residents' progress and changing needs.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and other appropriate interventions.
• Recommend and train residents in the safe use of walkers, wheelchairs, canes, and other adaptive equipment.
• Educate residents, families, caregivers, and facility staff regarding treatment plans, safety, positioning, and mobility techniques.
• Complete evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in resident care conferences, discharge planning, and quality-improvement activities.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and rehabilitation support staff as permitted by law and facility policy.
• Maintain residents' privacy and the confidentiality of all health information.
• Follow all professional standards, facility policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current and unrestricted California Physical Therapist license required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term-care, or geriatric experience preferred.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of PointClickCare or another electronic medical record system preferred.
• Compassionate and resident-centered approach to care.

Why Join Kern River Transitional Care?

• Competitive pay of $65.00-$70.00 per hour, based on experience
• Full-time employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Supportive rehabilitation and leadership teams
• Reward and bonus opportunities
• Opportunities for career growth
• Meaningful work with the ability to see residents make measurable progress
• Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and facility policy.

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.