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Physical Therapist
Location: Modesto, CA
Facility Type: Health Center
Schedule: Full-Time | ShiftType: Days Position Overview Virtus Healthcare Staffing is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join a partner's interdisciplinary team in Modesto, CA. This role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about providing patient-centered, rehabilitative, and restorative care to a frail or elderly population.
The successful candidate will be a key member of the interdisciplinary team, directly involved with care planning and collaborating with the entire clinical team. This is a pivotal role that requires a focus on maximizing participant independence and safety through expert physical therapy services delivered both in the facility and at home.
Qualifications Required: • Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy plus five (5) years of Physical Therapy experience. • Valid California Physical Therapy License, or proof of License eligibility.
Preferred: • Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or Doctorate in Physical Therapy. • Two (2) years of Physical Therapy experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population. • Current CPR certification. • A qualifying physical therapy degree earned outside of the US evaluated to the US equivalent.
Key Responsibilities Patient Care & Clinical Excellence • Conduct physical therapy assessments in the facility and in the home to define care needs, preferences, and goals. • Deliver and document physical therapy interventions in accordance with physician orders and care plans. • Provide active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, and functional training.
Collaboration & Leadership • Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop participant care plans. • Supervise Therapy Assistants, including providing the training and guidance needed to implement Functional Maintenance Programs (FMP). • Provide training and instructions to staff, participants, and caregivers/families in the use and care of therapeutic equipment.
Why Join Us? • Total Compensation: A competitive total compensation package includes a base salary of $100,000 to $120,000, plus bonuses and equity. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and sick time. • Professional Growth: Apply your clinical expertise in new ways within an encouraging and loving environment where every person feels uniquely cared for. • Robust Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with a company match.