Acute Physical Therapist / Rehabilitation Specialist – PT

Move With Purpose in a Mountain Town That Feels Like Home

If you're a Physical Therapist who thrives on connecting movement with meaning, there's no better place to make your mark than here — where rugged terrain and resilient people come together in pursuit of healing. From acute care to swingbed and outpatient rehab, you'll work across diverse settings and patient populations, delivering evidence-based treatment plans that help patients regain strength, function, and independence.

Nestled in the northern Sierra Nevada, you'll join a close-knit team committed to personalized care and community connection. Whether you're helping a post-op patient take their first steps again or building long-term progress for someone with chronic conditions, you’ll feel the difference your expertise makes every day.

Position Overview

This full-time Physical Therapist position offers autonomy, variety, and a generous compensation package — including a sign-on bonus and housing assistance.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans using diagnostic tools and physical assessments

Provide therapeutic interventions to manage injuries, improve function, and educate patients on prevention and recovery

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation specialists for coordinated care

Educate patients and caregivers on home exercises, assistive devices, and wellness practices

Accurately document treatment plans, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with state and facility standards

Attend rehab team meetings, participate in continuous education, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy required

Certifications & Licensure

Active Physical Therapist License in the state of California

Current BLS Certification (AHA-approved)

Successful completion of NPTE

Skills & Qualifications

Minimum 1 year experience in acute, swingbed/skilled nursing, or outpatient therapy settings

Strong communication, empathy, and clinical problem-solving skills

Comfortable with a broad range of diagnoses and patient populations

Proficiency in clinical documentation and electronic health record systems

Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative care model

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus
• Three months of paid housing or monthly housing stipend
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education days and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan with 3% company contribution
• Shift differentials and holiday pay
• Access to on-site child care center for employees with children aged 0–5

Your Mountain Life Awaits

In a high valley where evergreen forests meet alpine meadows, life feels more grounded — and more vibrant. Here, your work as a physical therapist doesn’t end when you leave the clinic; it continues in the way you experience community, wellness, and nature. The region is surrounded by crystal-clear lakes, trout-filled streams, and trail systems that wind through conifer woods and pastures lined with wildflowers. Every season has its rhythm — from snowshoeing under a canopy of pines to kayaking down cool, winding rivers in the summer.

Just west of the Sierra Nevada crestline lies a town with heart — where neighbors greet you by name and Friday night markets bring the entire community together. Local coffee shops double as art galleries, and mom-and-pop restaurants serve seasonal meals from nearby farms. Farmers markets brim with just-picked produce, and the town fair still brings out hayrides, live music, and hand-crafted pies. While the pace is slower here, the pulse of the community beats strong.

Professionals who move here often say they came for the job, but stayed for the lifestyle. Whether you’re exploring forest trails, sipping wine on a patio with mountain views, or simply watching the stars appear after a long day, you’ll find that living here supports your work just as much as your work supports your patients.

This region offers proximity to both Chico, CA and Reno, NV, yet feels worlds apart in terms of peace and access to nature. With affordable living, a tight-knit hospital team, and endless outdoor possibilities, this is the kind of place where you can build both a career and a life you love.

What You’ll Be a Part Of

You’ll join a supportive team within a critical access hospital that values hands-on care, clinical innovation, and employee well-being. Our therapists are respected voices at the table, empowered to make decisions that improve lives and outcomes. From regular interdisciplinary collaboration to leadership that listens and mentors, you’ll have the space to practice with confidence and purpose.

Whether you're early in your PT journey or a seasoned therapist looking for deeper fulfillment, you'll find a sense of purpose here — and a team that feels like family.

Join a Team That Moves With Heart

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in a place where community and compassion still shape everyday life, we’d love to welcome you. 

Apply today to begin a career rooted in purpose and surrounded by natural beauty — because here, every step forward truly counts.