Physical Therapist
Alturas, California
Modoc Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist (Rehabilitation Therapy)

Location: Alturas, California
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Physical Therapy, the Physical Therapist is responsible for directing physical therapy services, coordinating and supervising department operations, administering physical agents prescribed by physicians, and maintaining performance improvement activities. The role includes budget involvement, ensuring compliance with regulatory laws, and participating in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapist license in California
• Minimum 1 year of Occupational Therapist experience within the last year
• Physical Therapist experience
• Current BLS certification

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professional behavior and maintain positive relationships with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Manage time effectively and produce deliverables on time and within budget.
• Compile and organize data using Microsoft Office applications and make appropriate recommendations.
• Maintain organized records and communicate clearly with directors, managers, and coworkers.
• Observe and evaluate treatment effects and recommend changes to physicians as needed.
• Perform assessments and reassessments for patients across all age groups (neonate to geriatric).
• Assess patient pain and coordinate with physicians for intervention.
• Provide patient care in a safe environment that minimizes healthcare errors.
• Develop and implement teaching plans for patients and families.
• Respect and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Manage and operate equipment safely, maintain department cleanliness and safety, and comply with inspections.
• Coordinate and direct patient care to meet patient needs and hospital policies.
• Train nursing and hospital staff as needed.
• Stay current with trends and developments in rehabilitative medicine.
• Maintain professional society standards and ethical behavior.

Additional Skills and Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to use office machines.
• Ability to remain calm and respond positively during crisis situations (e.g., Code Blue).
• Adherence to dress code and professional appearance.
• Commitment to ongoing education and regulatory compliance.
• Punctuality and reliability in attendance and work completion.
• Participation in meetings, evaluations, and committee activities as required.
• Ability to resolve personnel concerns at the departmental level.
• Compliance with policies related to department operations, fire safety, and infection control.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not specified / not required.

This position is ideal for experienced Physical Therapists licensed in California seeking a contract role with a focus on leadership, patient care, and departmental management in rehabilitation therapy.