Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Skilled Nursing Facility Wound Care: Orange County, CA

California Wound Healing Medical Group is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to provide MIST Therapy (non-contact, low-frequency ultrasound) to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the Orange County Region.

This is not a traditional outpatient or home health physical therapy position. You will work within a specialized wound care program, treating residents with chronic, complex, and non-healing wounds while collaborating with providers and interdisciplinary facility teams.

This role is ideal for a clinically independent Physical Therapist who is comfortable working across multiple facilities, managing an assigned caseload, and maintaining accurate, audit-ready documentation.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Full-time W-2 position
• Facility-based care within Skilled Nursing Facilities
• Orange County service area
• Independent clinical practice with support from a collaborative wound care team
• Specialized training available in advanced wound care and MIST Therapy

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Care and Treatment

• Deliver MIST Therapy treatments in accordance with physician orders, clinical protocols, and applicable standards of care
• Perform focused wound assessments and evaluate healing progression, treatment response, and signs of deterioration or non-healing
• Apply therapy based on clinical indications, including pain management, contraindications to sharp debridement, deep tissue injuries, and other complex wound presentations
• Support provider-directed treatment plans and promptly escalate clinical concerns or significant changes in resident condition
• Educate residents, families, caregivers, and facility staff regarding treatment expectations and relevant wound care considerations
• Maintain the proper handling, cleaning, transportation, and readiness of MIST Therapy equipment

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete accurate, timely, and defensible EMR documentation for all resident encounters
• Provide clear clinical assessments that support treatment decisions, outcomes, and continuity of care
• Ensure documentation supports medical necessity, billing requirements, and audit readiness
• Follow HIPAA, infection-control, facility, and regulatory standards
• Participate in quality assurance and compliance activities as needed

Facility Operations and Care Coordination

• Manage an assigned facility caseload and maintain daily treatment schedules across SNF locations
• Meet established productivity expectations while maintaining quality, safety, and resident-centered care
• Communicate proactively regarding scheduling changes, resident availability, delays, or barriers to treatment
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing teams, rehabilitation staff, and facility leadership regarding treatment plans and resident progress
• Travel between assigned Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the Orange County Region

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active, unrestricted California Physical Therapist license in good standing
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel between assigned facilities
• Ability to work independently in a facility-based clinical environment
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Wound care experience, particularly involving chronic, complex, or non-healing wounds
• Experience working in Skilled Nursing Facilities, post-acute care, long-term care, or another interdisciplinary clinical setting
• Experience with MIST Therapy or other advanced wound care modalities
• Proficiency with EMR documentation systems
• Familiarity with medical necessity and audit-focused documentation standards

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Annual salary range of $140,000-$160,000, based on relevant experience and qualifications
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-provided malpractice insurance
• Mileage reimbursement for approved travel between assigned facilities
• Specialized training and professional development in advanced wound care and MIST Therapy

WHY JOIN CALWOUND?

• Work in a high-growth specialty within advanced wound care
• Gain hands-on experience with innovative treatment modalities and complex patient cases
• Practice with autonomy while receiving support from a collaborative clinical team
• Contribute to a care model focused on clinical outcomes, efficiency, and quality
• Develop specialized expertise in MIST Therapy and advanced wound care

ABOUT CALWOUND

California Wound Healing Medical Group is a physician-led specialty practice providing advanced wound care services within Skilled Nursing Facilities. Our team focuses on improving outcomes for patients with chronic, complex, and non-healing wounds through evidence-based treatment, coordinated care, and innovative clinical modalities.