Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Los Angeles, CA

Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines. Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, and coworkers; participate in student programs by providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations as assigned.

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

California

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time (40 hours/week) | Flexible Schedule | Onsite | Day Shift

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction
• Conduct 60-minute evaluations and treatment sessions in an outpatient setting, progressing patients toward discharge within an established length of stay
• Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring functional treatment programs support effective return to community activities
• Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, and coworkers; participate in student programs by providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations as assigned
• Adhere to the discipline-specific State Practice Act and all regulatory requirements; maintain professional licensure in good standing and fulfill all state-mandated continuing education requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of California
• Outpatient Physical Therapy experience required
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop evidence-based treatment plans
• Proficiency in medical record documentation in compliance with state, federal, and payer guidelines
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards and safe patient handling practices

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience supervising or mentoring Physical Therapy students in a clinical setting
• Familiarity with performance improvement methodologies and participation in quality improvement initiatives
• Active involvement in professional organizations or ongoing continuing education beyond state requirements

Why Join Us

• Work in a collaborative outpatient environment that prioritizes superior quality of care, patient safety, and professional development
• Enjoy a flexible scheduling structure that supports work-life balance while making a meaningful impact in your patients' return to community activities