Physical Therapist

Skilled Nursing Facility Wound Care: Orange County, CA California Wound Healing Medical Group is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to provide MIST Therapy (non-contact, low-frequency ultrasound) to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the Orange County Region. This is not a traditional outpatient or home health physical therapy position. You will work within a specialized wound care program, treating residents with chronic, complex, and non-healing wounds while collaborating with providers and interdisciplinary facility teams. This role is ideal for a clinically independent Physical Therapist who is comfortable working across multiple facilities, managing an assigned caseload, and maintaining accurate, audit-ready documentation. POSITION OVERVIEW Full-time W-2 position Facility-based care within Skilled Nursing Facilities Orange County service area Independent clinical practice with support from a collaborative wound care team Specialized training available in advanced wound care and MIST Therapy KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Care and Treatment Deliver MIST Therapy treatments in accordance with physician orders, clinical protocols, and applicable standards of care Perform focused wound assessments and evaluate healing progression, treatment response, and signs of deterioration or non-healing Apply therapy based on clinical indications, including pain management, contraindications to sharp debridement, deep tissue injuries, and other complex wound presentations Support provider-directed treatment plans and promptly elevate clinical concerns or significant changes in resident condition Educate residents, families, caregivers, and facility staff regarding treatment expectations and relevant wound care considerations Maintain the proper handling, cleaning, transportation, and readiness of MIST Therapy equipment Documentation and Compliance Complete accurate, timely, and defensible EMR documentation for all resident encounters Provide clear clinical assessments that support treatment decisions, outcomes, and continuity of care Ensure documentation supports medical necessity, billing requirements, and audit readiness Follow HIPAA, infection-control, facility, and regulatory standards Participate in quality assurance and compliance activities as needed Facility Operations and Care Coordination Manage an assigned facility caseload and maintain daily treatment schedules across SNF locations Meet established productivity expectations while maintaining quality, safety, and resident-centered care Communicate proactively regarding scheduling changes, resident availability, delays, or barriers to treatment Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing teams, rehabilitation staff, and facility leadership regarding treatment plans and resident progress Travel between assigned Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the Orange County Region REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Active, unrestricted California Physical Therapist license in good standing Minimum of one year of clinical experience Current BLS/CPR certification Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Ability to travel between assigned facilities Ability to work independently in a facility-based clinical environment Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Wound care experience, particularly involving chronic, complex, or non-healing wounds Experience working in Skilled Nursing Facilities, post-acute care, long-term care, or another interdisciplinary clinical setting Experience with MIST Therapy or other advanced wound care modalities Proficiency with EMR documentation systems Familiarity with medical necessity and audit-focused documentation standards COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Annual salary range of $140,000-$160,000, based on relevant experience and qualifications Medical insurance Vision insurance Company-provided malpractice insurance Mileage reimbursement for approved travel between assigned facilities Specialized training and professional development in advanced wound care and MIST Therapy WHY JOIN CALWOUND? Work in a high-growth specialty within advanced wound care Gain hands-on experience with innovative treatment modalities and complex patient cases Practice with autonomy while receiving support from a collaborative clinical team Contribute to a care model focused on clinical outcomes, efficiency, and quality Develop specialized expertise in MIST Therapy and advanced wound care ABOUT CALWOUND California Wound Healing Medical Group is a physician-led specialty practice providing advanced wound care services within Skilled Nursing Facilities. Our team focuses on improving outcomes for patients with chronic, complex, and non-healing wounds through evidence-based treatment, coordinated care, and innovative clinical modalities. #J-18808-Ljbffr