Physical Therapist

Are you passionate about helping older adults stay active, regain confidence, and live their best lives? As a Physical Therapist in our PACE program, you'll play a vital role on a collaborative Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), creating personalized care plans and delivering life-changing therapeutic care. From leading fun and effective exercise programs to conducting home assessments and partnering with care facility staff, you'll be the expert participants rely on to rediscover their mobility and independence. Your love for teaching will shine as you educate participants and families to keep progress going at home. If you're ready to bring your warmth, skills, and enthusiasm to a team that values you and the people we serve, we'd love to meet you! Let's make movement magic together! Responsibilities: - Collaborating with the IDT: Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to complete assessments, develop individualized care plans, and review service determination requests. - Assessing Participant Needs: Evaluate mobility levels, physical conditions, and functional abilities to create tailored therapy plans. - Providing Therapeutic Care: Deliver therapeutic exercises, gait training, and ambulation support to help participants achieve their goals. - Designing Therapy Programs: Develop engaging individual and group exercise programs focused on maintenance therapy and rehabilitation. - Delivering Evidence-Based Interventions: Provide physical therapy services aligned with physician orders and the participant's care plan, while documenting interventions accurately. - Identifying Priorities: Conduct thorough assessments to identify priority areas and recommend follow-ups when needed. - Referring for Additional Support: Recommend referrals for participants who may benefit from additional services or resources. - Empowering Participants and Families: Offer education to participants and their families, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed for successful rehabilitation. - Managing Equipment: Assist with tracking, managing, and maintaining therapy equipment to ensure participant safety and program efficiency. - Collaborating with Care Providers: Work closely with staff in nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living settings to oversee rehabilitation needs for participants. - Supporting Care Plans: Provide approvals for care plans in nursing home settings on behalf of the IDT. - Bringing Care Home: Conduct home assessments and deliver in-home treatments to meet participants where they are most comfortable. - Grow with Us: Embrace opportunities to take on new challenges, contribute to program improvements, and be part of a mission-driven team making a difference in the lives of older adults. - We seek Rebels who are curious about AI and its power to transform how we operate and serve our members. - Actively support the achievement of SCAN's Vision and Goals. - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications and experience: - Professional Preparation and Licensure: Graduation from a Physical Therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. Must hold an active licensure in Physical Therapy (PT) and be in good standing with the appropriate state regulatory board. - A Heart for Service: Passion and mission orientation for serving high-risk seniors and frail older adults. - Specialized Expertise: Experience working with elderly or frail populations preferred, working with the adult population required. - Commitment to Compliance: Adherence to all federal, state, and HIPAA regulations. - Driving Requirements: Proof of a valid California driver's license, personal transportation, a good driving record, and auto insurance as required by state law. - Essential Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification within 60 days of employment. - Physical Capability: Ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 50 pounds. - Onsite Schedule. This role is 100% onsite. You'll lead your team and engage directly with participants and colleagues at our PACE center. - Enjoy a consistent rhythm. Standard schedule is Monday through Friday, allowing for dependable structure while making space for meaningful daily connections. Tuberculosis Screening Policy To ensure the health and safety of our members, if you are selected for this position, your job offer with SCAN will be contingent on providing proof of Tuberculosis screening upon hire or providing proof of a negative screening within the last year. If you have a disability/medical reason or sincerely held religious belief that prevents you to provide information required in this policy, SCAN will initiate and engage in the interactive process to evaluate what, if any, reasonable accommodations may be available. What's in it for you? - Base salary range: $102,000 to $125,000 per year - Work Mode: Onsite in Compton, 90221 - An annual employee bonus program - Medical, Dental, Vision coverage - Generous paid-time-off (PTO) - 11 paid holidays per year, plus 1 additional floating holiday - Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match. - Robust employee recognition program - Robust Wellness Program - An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day! #LI-KF1