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Physical Therapist

  • California, Inglewood

  • 04/10/2025

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • Job Summary:
    Physical Therapists are dedicated healthcare professionals focused on helping individuals with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities improve their physical function and mobility. They play a crucial role in patient rehabilitation and recovery, using evidence-based techniques to promote optimal health outcomes.

    Key Responsibilities:
    • Patient Assessment:
    • Evaluate patients to determine their physical condition, functional limitations, and rehabilitation needs through medical history reviews, physical examinations, and specialized assessments.
    • Treatment Planning:
    • Develop individualized treatment plans with specific goals and objectives based on patient assessments, considering unique needs and existing medical conditions.
    • Therapeutic Interventions:
    • Utilize a variety of techniques and modalities, including exercises, manual therapy, therapeutic modalities (e.g., ultrasound, electrical stimulation), and specialized equipment to regain physical function and mobility.
    • Exercise Prescription:
    • Design and prescribe exercise programs targeting strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, and coordination, while educating patients on proper techniques and monitoring their progress.
    • Manual Therapy:
    • Apply techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue massage, and manipulation to enhance mobility and alleviate pain.
    • Assistive Devices:
    • Recommend and assist patients in using assistive devices (e.g., crutches, canes, walkers, orthotics) to facilitate mobility and recovery.
    • Patient Education:
    • Educate patients and their families about conditions, recovery processes, and strategies for preventing future injuries while promoting a healthy lifestyle.
    • Pain Management:
    • Employ methods such as heat or cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and muscle tension reduction techniques to manage pain effectively.
    • Injury Prevention:
    • Provide guidance on techniques and exercises to prevent injuries, particularly for athletes and individuals at risk of specific conditions.
    • Monitoring Progress:
    • Track and assess patients’ progress throughout treatment, making necessary adjustments to the treatment plan to ensure continuous improvement.
    • Record Keeping:
    • Maintain detailed records of patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress for comprehensive patient care, legal compliance, and insurance purposes.
    • Collaboration:
    • Work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, coordinating care with physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
    • Research and Continuing Education:
    • Engage in research and stay updated with advancements in the field to provide effective, evidence-based care.
    • Administrative Tasks:
    • Handle administrative responsibilities, including scheduling patient appointments, managing insurance claims, and maintaining equipment and supplies.
    Required Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
    • Valid and current physical therapy license in the respective jurisdiction.
    • Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation techniques.
    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience in specialized areas such as sports rehabilitation, pediatrics, geriatrics, or neurology.
    • Advanced certifications in specific therapeutic techniques or modalities.
    • Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

    Certifications (if any):
    • Licensed Physical Therapist (state-specific)
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (preferred)
    • Additional specialized certifications (e.g., Orthopedic Certified Specialist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)

    • 585 North Mary Avenue
    • Sunnyvale, CA 94085