Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist (PT) | PRN and Part-Time | Oakland, CA | $60 - $70/HourLake Park Healthcare Center is hiring a licensed Physical Therapist on a PRN and Part-Time basis in Oakland, California. If you are a clinician who wants schedule flexibility, premium per-diem compensation, and a collaborative clinical environment where your expertise creates real, measurable outcomes for residents every day, this role was built for you.Bring your full evaluation and clinical leadership skills to an established Skilled Nursing and post-acute rehabilitation team in the heart of the East Bay.Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.Why PRN and Part-Time Clinicians Choose Lake Park Healthcare Center:CompensationHourly pay range: $60.00 to $70.00 per hour, commensurate with experienceAmong the most competitive PRN and Part-Time Physical Therapist rates available in the Oakland and greater East Bay marketSchedule and FlexibilityTrue PRN flexibility with scheduling built around your availabilityPart-Time arrangements also available for clinicians seeking more consistent hoursWork as much or as little as your life requiresNo long-term schedule commitments required for PRN arrangementsClinical EnvironmentA collaborative, mission-driven rehabilitation team that takes pride in resident outcomesFull clinical autonomy to evaluate, direct, and manage individualized plans of careOversight of PTAs and support staff in accordance with California state law and professional standardsA well-supported Skilled Nursing setting with the leadership and resources to help you do your best workMeaningful, direct impact on resident function, independence, and quality of life in a long-term care and post-acute rehabilitation environmentA centrally located Oakland facility accessible from throughout the East Bay, Berkeley, and greater Alameda CountyThe RoleThe 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 practiceDeveloping, implementing, and modifying individualized plans of care with measurable functional goalsDelivering skilled therapeutic interventions, both individual and group, to restore function and reduce impairmentMonitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment interventions based on clinical presentation and objective outcomesSupervising and directing Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with California state law and professional regulationsProviding appropriate oversight to rehabilitation aides, students, and volunteers as assignedCommunicating evaluation findings, progress updates, and discharge outcomes to physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and familiesDeveloping and instructing patients and caregivers in home exercise programs, safe use of assistive devices, orthotics, and adaptive equipmentCompleting timely, accurate, and compliant documentation consistent with federal, state, payer, and organizational requirementsParticipating in MDS assessments, care conferences, care plan development, and quarterly reviewsSupporting discharge planning, transition-of-care coordination, and community reintegration recommendationsParticipating in quality assurance, performance improvement, utilization review, and risk management initiativesMaintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, OSHA, infection control, and all applicable California state practice standardsTreating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalismPhysical 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 BringCurrent, 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) — requiredSuccessful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) — requiredCurrent CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, hospital, or related medical setting — strongly preferredTraining in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practicesExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to exercise sound clinical judgmentComposure and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environmentsStrong organizational skills, leadership ability, and capacity to make independent clinical decisionsA team-first mindset and a genuine passion for geriatric and post-acute careEqual Opportunity and AccommodationLake Park Healthcare Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace 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 Lake Park Healthcare Center is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.Apply TodayReady to bring your clinical expertise where it truly matters, on your terms? Submit your application now. Our team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.Lake Park Healthcare Center is located in Oakland, California, proudly serving the greater East Bay and Alameda County community.