Job Title Physical Therapist Location Alturas, CA | Acute Care Schedule / Job Type Contract | Days | Onsite Key Responsibilities • Direct and coordinate physical therapy services, including supervising department operations and ensuring compliance with all applicable state, federal, and local regulatory standards • Administer physical therapy agents and modalities as prescribed by referring physicians; evaluate and reassess patients across all age groups including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric populations • Formulate individualized treatment and teaching plans based on patient assessment findings; involve patients and families in the plan of care • Monitor and ensure accuracy of patient charges, entering them on a timely basis and reviewing department charge systems regularly • Participate in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities and maintain performance improvement initiatives within the department • Manage and operate therapy equipment safely; maintain department cleanliness, safety standards, and compliance with ongoing inspections Required Qualifications • Current California Physical Therapist license or certification required • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required • Knowledge of physical therapy modalities, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes • Knowledge of infection control and sterile techniques as they relate to rehabilitative medicine • Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic computer knowledge Preferred Experience / Skills • Three (3) or more years of previous physical therapy experience • Experience with staff training and on-the-job education for nursing or other hospital personnel • Familiarity with current trends and developments in rehabilitative medicine • Proficiency in additional languages beyond English Why Join Us • Opportunity to take a leadership role in directing physical therapy services within a community-focused acute care setting • Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment that values professionalism, patient dignity, and quality care