Outpatient Physical Therapist

Description

An established outpatient rehabilitation practice in Elk Grove, California is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist to join its clinical team. This full-time, on-site position offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based rehabilitation care to a varied patient population.

In this role, you will evaluate and treat patients presenting with orthopedic injuries and conditions, post-surgical rehabilitation needs, general outpatient rehabilitation concerns, mobility and functional limitations, and pain management challenges. You will develop individualized treatment plans, guide patients toward measurable functional goals, and track progress throughout the course of care.

The position offers a competitive hourly compensation range of $42 to $55 per hour, along with a benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, health insurance, and paid time off. You will work within a supportive and collaborative team environment dedicated to professional growth and patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations and assessments of patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Develop, implement, and modify individualized physical therapy treatment plans
• Provide post-surgical rehabilitation to restore strength, range of motion, and function
• Deliver therapeutic exercise, functional training, and gait and mobility interventions
• Manage patient pain through evidence-based treatment strategies and education
• Document patient evaluations, progress notes, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner
• Educate patients and families on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and self-management
• Collaborate with physicians, physician assistants, and other members of the health care team
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment approaches to achieve functional goals
• Maintain compliance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and practice policies

Requirements

• Doctorate or Master's degree in Physical Therapy
• Active California Physical Therapist license
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Ability to treat orthopedic and post-surgical patients
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Preferred: Outpatient orthopedic experience
• Preferred: Proficiency in manual therapy techniques
• Preferred: Experience in pain management strategies
• Preferred: Strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills

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