Physical Therapist

About the Role

Restore patient function and mobility through evidence-based orthopedic care at Vibrant Care Rehabilitation. Our mission is "Restoring mobility, improving function, and enhancing quality of life through personalized rehabilitation and therapy services."

Requirements

• Active California Physical Therapist (PT) license (or license pending).
• Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT preferred).
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting.
• Strong manual therapy and therapeutic exercise skills.
• Experience developing evidence-based treatment plans.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced caseload (approximately 14 patients per day).
• Experience supervising Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and Physical Therapy Aides.
• Proficient with EMR documentation and clinical record keeping.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with physicians, case managers, and patients.
• Knowledge of the California Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, and reaching.
• Workers' Compensation and return-to-work program experience (preferred).
• Experience with ergonomic assessments and Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) (preferred).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Fully fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations and musculoskeletal assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Deliver hands-on therapy, therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, and other appropriate interventions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Manage an average daily caseload of approximately 14 patients.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
• Supervise and mentor PTAs and Physical Therapy Aides in accordance with California regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, employers, and family members regarding patient care and discharge planning.
• Ensure compliance with clinical standards, documentation requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and injury prevention.
• Contribute to a positive, patient-focused, and collaborative clinical environment.
• Maintain high standards of patient care, safety, and customer service.

Pay

USD 115K/year