Physical Therapist (PT)

South Marin Health & Wellness Center

• $135K — $145K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in California (pending licensure considered)
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)
  • Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Experience in skilled nursing or related medical settings preferred
  • Training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practices
  • Strong communication skills and clinical judgment

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive evaluations and reassessments based on physician orders
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals
  • Deliver skilled therapeutic interventions to restore function and reduce impairment
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment interventions
  • Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and direct support staff as needed
  • Communicate evaluation findings and progress to patients and the interdisciplinary team
  • Participate in care conferences and support discharge planning

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance available
  • Full clinical autonomy in patient care
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Focus on geriatric and post-acute care
  • Opportunity for meaningful community engagement
Full Job Description
Physical Therapist (PT) | Full-Time | Greenbrae, CA | $65 - $70/Hour | Relocation Assistance Available

South Marin Health and Wellness Center is hiring a Full-Time licensed Physical Therapist to join a high-performing, mission-driven rehabilitation team in Greenbrae, California, in the heart of Marin County. If you are a clinician who wants strong earning potential, full clinical autonomy, and a collaborative environment in one of Northern California's most desirable communities, this is your opportunity to thrive.

You will lead patient care that helps residents restore mobility, reduce pain, and regain independence in a supportive Skilled Nursing setting where your expertise is genuinely valued.

The Role

The Physical Therapist is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for comprehensive evaluation, development, implementation, and oversight of individualized physical therapy treatment programs. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and the Facility Administrator.

Core responsibilities include:
  • Performing comprehensive evaluations and reassessments in accordance with physician orders and California standards of practice
  • Developing, implementing, and modifying individualized plans of care with measurable functional goals
  • Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions, both individual and group, to restore function and reduce impairment
  • Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment interventions based on clinical presentation and objective outcomes
  • Supervising and directing Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with California state law and professional regulations
  • Providing appropriate oversight to rehabilitation aides, students, and volunteers as assigned
  • Communicating evaluation findings, progress updates, and discharge outcomes to physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families
  • Developing and instructing patients and caregivers in home exercise programs, safe use of assistive devices, orthotics, and adaptive equipment
  • Completing timely, accurate, and compliant documentation consistent with federal, state, payer, and organizational requirements
  • Participating in MDS assessments, care conferences, care plan development, and quarterly reviews
  • Supporting discharge planning, transition-of-care coordination, and community reintegration recommendations
  • Participating in quality assurance, performance improvement, utilization review, and risk management initiatives
  • Maintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, OSHA, infection control, and all applicable California state practice standards
  • Treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism

Physical requirements include the ability to assist with patient transfers, mobility support, repositioning, prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, and lifting with or without assistive devices. The ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations is also required.

What You Bring
  • Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the State of California - required (pending licensure considered)
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate) - required
  • Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) - required
  • Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
  • Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, hospital, or related medical setting - strongly preferred
  • Training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practices
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to exercise sound clinical judgment
  • Composure and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
  • Strong organizational skills, leadership ability, and capacity to make independent clinical decisions
  • A team-first mindset and a genuine passion for geriatric and post-acute care

Apply Today

Ready to elevate your career in one of Northern California's most desirable communities? Submit your application now. Our team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.

South Marin Health and Wellness Center is located at 1220 South Eliseo Drive in Greenbrae, California, proudly serving the greater Marin County community.

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