AvaMed Workforce·San Luis Obispo, California
The Physical Therapist will perform patient evaluations and develop treatment plans based on physician referrals or direct access. They are responsible for maintaining accurate daily charting and providing care consistent with evidence-based physical therapy practices.
AvaMed Workforce is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs all of California State Correctional Facilities. At the moment we are in URGENT need of a Physical Therapist to take on a Full-Time assignment at the correctional facility located in San Luis Obispo, CA.
40 Hours per week Location: San Luis Obispo, CA Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm (Orientation 2 weeks, must be flexible) Call for Rate Details
Under the direction of the Institution designee, the Temporary/Relief Physical Therapist duties/responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to:
a. Perform care consistent with the scope of licensure and in accordance with the Institution/Facilities policies and procedures and consistent with generally accepted evidence based Physical Therapy practices. Care provided must be sufficiently complex and consistent with the unique skills of a physical therapist;
b. Provide Physical Therapy and evaluations on an "as needed" basis on patient/youth as pre-scheduled by designated Institution/Facility designee;
c. Provide Physical Therapy services to patient/youth upon physician referral and order, or upon direct access to the Physical Therapy services in cases where the patient/youth is seeking Physical Therapy for an existing and documented diagnosis;
d. Provide an initial assessment/evaluation on each referral and develop a treatment plan consistent with those findings and be responsible for communicating the treatment plan to the patient/youth and any relevant medical personnel;
e. Reports or assessments/evaluations and progress notes shall be completed utilizing approved documentation forms in the patient's chart and/or outpatient health record;
f. Vendor Worker shall be available for telephone consultation while on duty at the Institution/Facility;
g. Maintain all charting on a daily basis. Any chart remaining delinquent for more than ten(10) days could result in termination of the Vendor Worker.
If you are interested, please submit a copy of your resume and we will reach out to you ASAP.
Candidates must hold a valid physical therapy license and be capable of performing complex clinical duties within a correctional facility setting. The role requires flexibility during a two-week orientation period and the ability to maintain documentation standards.
Market context
Physical Therapist roles in California are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, and home health settings, where patient mobility and rehabilitation needs are ongoing. Competition often centers on licensure status, clinical assessment skills, and the ability to work in physically active settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit and compare the role before applying.