Senior Physical Therapist

Senior Physical Therapist

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Senior Physical Therapist in Stockton, CA, and play a pivotal role in providing expert rehabilitative care to the elderly and frail population. This position focuses on both clinical and home-based settings, ensuring comprehensive care planning and delivery in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will engage in hands-on treatments and supervise therapy programs, aiming to enhance the quality of life and functional abilities of our participants.

Salary: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough Physical Therapy assessments to ascertain care needs and goals for participants both in the facility and at home environments.
• Engage actively in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to formulate and update participant care plans.
• Implement and meticulously document Physical Therapy interventions as per physician directives and agreed care plans.
• Administer various therapeutic exercises and treatments including muscle re-education, gait training, and functional training alongside passive and active exercises.
• Supervise and train Therapy Assistants to effectively carry out Functional Maintenance Programs.
• Provide training to staff, participants, and family caregivers on the use and maintenance of therapeutic equipment and techniques.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy with a minimum of five years relevant experience.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in California or proof of eligibility for licensure.
• Experience in physical therapy within clinical settings, particularly with an elderly or frail population is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable ability to coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize care plans and outcomes.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills, essential for team collaboration and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
• Two or more years of experience in a geriatric physical therapy setting.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Adaptability to changing healthcare environments and participant needs.
• A patient-focused approach that emphasizes compassionate and culturally sensitive care.

Skills:

• Strong clinical skills with a comprehensive knowledge of physical therapy practices and principles.
• Effective leadership and teaching skills to guide therapy assistants and instruct caregivers.
• Keen assessment skills to determine appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Robust problem-solving abilities to tailor interventions to individual needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with a diverse community.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Work-life balance: 17 days of Personal Time Off (PTO), 12 annually observed holidays, and sick time provisions.
• 401 K savings plan with employer match.
• Bonus potential and equity as integral components of total compensation.
• Access to professional development and continuing education opportunities.