Physical Therapist with Geriatric Experience

Job Summary:
The Physical Therapist provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment services to improve patients’ mobility, strength, function, and overall quality of life. This role focuses on delivering patient-centered, holistic rehabilitation care, with an emphasis on treating adult and geriatric populations with complex medical and functional needs. The PT collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team across clinical and community-based settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans


• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence


• Monitor and document patient progress and adjust care plans as needed


• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation staff to coordinate patient care


• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and fall prevention strategies


• Provide care across outpatient, acute, inpatient, or skilled nursing settings as assigned


• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning for complex patient populations


• Ensure compliance with clinical standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy (Master’s or Doctorate preferred)


• Valid California Physical Therapist License or proof of license eligibility


• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience preferred, particularly with frail or elderly populations


• CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire (preferred upon hire)

Preferred Experience:

• Outpatient rehabilitation experience


• Acute care experience


• Inpatient rehabilitation experience


• Skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience


• Strong experience working with geriatric patients

Required Certification:

• California Physical Therapist License

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Strong geriatric rehabilitation experience


• Experience in outpatient or acute care settings


• Open to interdisciplinary, holistic care environments


• Pediatrics-only experience will not be considered


• Strong commitment to functional, patient-centered outcomes