Outpatient Physical Therapist
Rancho Mirage, California
Eisenhower Medical Center

Physical Therapist

Location: Rancho Mirage, California
Employment Type: Clinical Allied Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks (with possibility of extension)
Work Schedule:

• 40 hours per week scheduled, 36 hours guaranteed
• Monday to Friday
• Four 10-hour days per week
• Day off mid-week (Tuesday or Thursday, based on clinic staffing)

Job Description

• Implement treatment plans and select modalities to meet established goals.
• Provide prescribed physical therapy treatments to facilitate rehabilitation of mentally or physically handicapped patients.
• Assist in evaluating patient progress and recommend discharge planning.
• Conduct and assist with patient activities and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with Code of Conduct, hospital licensing, accreditation standards, and the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Delegate patient treatment procedures and modalities appropriately.
• Provide safe and comprehensive discharge planning.
• Maintain individual productivity according to department standards.
• Document patient care thoroughly, timely, legibly, and consistently.
• Utilize resources to assist with patient flow (e.g., printing forms, scheduling).
• Educate and mentor student interns as assigned.
• Participate in special department programs.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary communication to maximize patient outcomes.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and treatment areas.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in California
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• A Bachelor's degree or a higher degree in Physical Therapy

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge and ability to administer all department modalities, programs, and protocols appropriate to patient age groups.
• Basic physical therapy skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact clearly with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff.

Additional Information

• Outpatient position.
• Clinic closures in 2026 include Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and November 27.