Part-time Physical Therapist

About Precision Physical Therapy & Fitness A unique, mid-size city developed along Central California’s coastline, Santa Cruz is located just 2 hours north of Big Sur, 2 hours south of San Francisco, and 45 minutes west of the heart of Silicon Valley. Ours is a charming beach community including two state-of-the-art colleges and a reputable vacation destination for travelers from all over the world. Santa Cruz County offers epic coastlines, giant redwoods and several locally sourced, artistic city centers. Whether your perfect day includes mountain biking, wind-surfing, stand-up paddle, trail running or a simple stroll to your farm-to-table eatery, sushi bar or artisan ice cream shop, Santa Cruz has it all and year-round sunshine to match. Precision Physical Therapy & Fitness is proud to have been a staple of Santa Cruz County health care and rehabilitative services for over 15 years. James Vegher, DPT, DNSCP and Chris Christensen, DPT, CSCS, DNSET, Precision's co-owners, partnered to open Precision Physical Therapy & Fitness with the goal to create a teaching and learning environment based on natural human movement where neither therapists nor patients are stifled by preconceptions about physical therapy. With a deep commitment to education, Precision Physical Therapy & Fitness offers mentorship to all new hires. James and Chris believe every patient should leave therapy having met their goals, with a better understanding of their body and tools to stay pain-free for life. Why work at Precision? Annual continuing education reimbursement 401(k) match Start with over 3 weeks/year of PTO (or more based on experience!) Fun, collaborative and supportive PT led company culture Opportunities to specialize in sports medicine, vestibular or pelvic health Work for one organization in both outpatient and inpatient settings About the role As a Physical Therapist at Precision Physical Therapy & Fitness, you will play a crucial role in helping patients recover from injuries and improve their physical function. Your primary focus will be on developing personalized rehabilitation programs that address the unique needs of each patient, ensuring they achieve optimal recovery outcomes. You will utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques, including manual therapy and exercise prescription, to facilitate healing and enhance mobility. Collaboration with other healthcare professionals will be essential to provide comprehensive care and support for patients with diverse conditions, including orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Ultimately, your expertise will empower patients to regain their independence and improve their quality of life. What you'll do Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical abilities and limitations to develop tailored treatment plans. Implement and monitor rehabilitation programs, adjusting them as necessary based on patient progress. Utilize manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercises to alleviate pain and improve mobility. Educate patients and their families on injury prevention, rehabilitation processes, and home exercise programs. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting treatment progress and outcomes. Qualifications Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Masters of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree from an accredited program. Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist. #J-18808-Ljbffr Precision PT