Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist
Santa Cruz, CA
PDTXperts
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

PDTX is seeking a dedicated and patient-focused Physical Therapist (PT) for an outpatient rehabilitation setting. The Physical Therapist will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with musculoskeletal, orthopedic, neurological, and post-surgical conditions to restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall functional independence.

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and functional assessments

Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and physician referrals

Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercise programs

Treat orthopedic, post-operative, sports injury, and neurological conditions

Educate patients on injury prevention, posture, mobility, and home exercise programs

Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards

Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Ensure patient safety and adherence to clinic policies and procedures

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited program

Active State Physical Therapist License (California license required for CA roles)

Current CPR/BLS certification

Familiarity with EMR Documentation

Strong clinical reasoning and manual therapy skills

Excellent communication and patient education abilities