Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedic Hand Therapy
Mammoth Lakes, California
Mammoth Hospital

Physical Therapist – Orthopedic Outpatient Hand Therapy

Location: Mammoth Lakes, California
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Provide 1:1 patient care in an outpatient hand therapy clinic with 45-minute appointments every hour.
• Evaluate patients referred for physical therapy treatment and develop individualized treatment plans with goals.
• Perform physical therapy techniques and modalities appropriate to patient diagnoses.
• Reassess and revise treatment plans every 12 visits or sooner based on patient progress.
• Document patient progress reports timely to align with physician follow-ups and support insurance authorization and reimbursement.
• Work collaboratively with hospital departments, medical staff, and peers.
• Primarily outpatient clinic setting in Bishop, CA with some inpatient and outpatient service interaction.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in California
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Work Schedule

• Day shifts
• Approximately 40 hours per week

Housing & Amenities

• Dorm-style housing available (subject to availability) in furnished, self-sufficient apartments.
• Options include one-bedroom apartments and studios, each with private kitchen and bathroom.
• Apartments feature Wi-Fi, cable, and furnished living areas.
• Community amenities include a pool, ping-pong, foosball, fireplace lounge, and a weight room.

Location Highlights

• Mammoth Lakes offers year-round outdoor recreational activities including skiing, snowboarding, fishing, hiking, and biking.
• Close proximity to Yosemite National Park (about 45 minutes).
• Small-town atmosphere with excellent schools, local community college, and vibrant arts and music scene.
• Emphasis on work-life balance in a scenic mountain environment.

Additional Information

• This position involves collaboration and teamwork to achieve the best patient outcomes.
• Ideal candidates enjoy social interaction, are goal-oriented, positive, patient, and attentive listeners.