Rehabilitation-Focused Physical Therapist

Sweetwater Care; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist in California to assess movement disorders, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through therapeutic massage for pain relief and healing. The role requires documenting progress and maintaining patient records in compliance with regulations.

You will collaborate with physicians and the health team to ensure high-quality care, supervise PT assistants, and participate in trainings while delivering effective patient

Qualifications

• Active State Licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Experience supervising physical therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, or students.
• Ability to document and maintain accurate electronic patient records per regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms and review medical history and referrals.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by observing patients as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and coach patients in therapeutic massage to ease pain and promote healing.
• Maintain patient records, track goals, and document progress in the clinical record.
• Use standardized assessments and evidence‑based practice to support interventions and adjust treatments as needed.
• Provide patient and family counseling and coordinate with other health team members.
• Communicate progress, barriers, and plans with supervisors and the health team.
• Prepare comprehensive discharge summaries and ensure regulatory documentation is complete.

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist in California to assess movement disorders, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through therapeutic massage for pain relief and healing. The role requires documenting progress and maintaining patient records in compliance with regulations.

You will collaborate with physicians and the health team to ensure high-quality care, supervise PT assistants, and participate in trainings while delivering effective patient