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Physical Therapist

  • CA, Elk Grove

  • 01/09/2026

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • Job Summary
    The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with physical impairments, functional limitations, or movement-related conditions. 
    This role focuses on restoring mobility, reducing pain, improving functional independence, and preventing disability through evidence-based therapeutic interventions. 
    The Physical Therapist works collaboratively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality rehabilitative care.

    Key Responsibilities
    • Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
    • Provide therapeutic interventions including exercises, manual therapy, modalities, and functional training
    • Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and document outcomes accurately
    • Educate patients and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, and injury prevention
    • Supervise and guide Physical Therapist Assistants and support staff as applicable
    • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
    • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care
    • Ensure patient safety, proper body mechanics, and adherence to infection control practices
    • Maintain treatment equipment and ensure a safe therapeutic environment
    • Comply with ethical standards, state practice acts, and healthcare regulations

    Required Qualifications
    • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program
    • Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
    • Current Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the applicable state
    • Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and rehabilitation techniques
    • Ability to assess, diagnose, and develop evidence-based treatment plans
    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills
    • Ability to work with patients across diverse age groups and physical conditions
    • Proficiency with clinical documentation and electronic health record systems

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Prior clinical experience in outpatient, inpatient, rehabilitation, or acute care settings
    • Experience treating orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, or post-surgical conditions
    • Strong collaboration and leadership skills

    Certifications
    • CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (if required by facility or state regulations)

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