Physical Therapist (PACE)

Habitat Health•Compton, CA

1d•$132,000 - $146,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Habitat Health empowers older adults to experience more good days in their homes and communities. Through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), we provide comprehensive medical care along with support for daily needs such as meals, transportation, and in‑home assistance. We deliver coordinated clinical and social care in our centers and directly in participants’ homes, creating a fully integrated experience that brings peace of mind and a true sense of belonging. As we expand our scalable, affordable PACE model to meet the growing and complex needs of aging populations, our mission‑driven care teams continue to help participants live well on their own terms. Habitat Health is supported by leading healthcare organizations and investors including New Enterprise Associates, Kaiser Permanente, and Town Hall Ventures. We are entering a period of significant growth and are looking for exceptional teammates to help us scale a better model of care for older adults. To learn more, visit www.habitathealth.com.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in physical therapy
Completion of a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association or other equivalent organization approved by CMS.
Active Physical Therapist license issued by California.
A minimum of one year experience working with the frail or elderly.
Aligns with our purpose and our values, and is excited about living those out in daily practice
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with comfort navigating ambiguity, adapting quickly, and contributing to continuous improvement.
Strong learning and growth mindset, including seeking feedback, engaging in healthy debate and using data and curiosity to inform decisions.
Acts with integrity and ownership, considering the broader organizational impact, doing the right thing, and following through to deliver results.

Nice To Haves

2+ years as a practicing PT
Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Bilingual: Spanish/English strongly preferred; other languages a strong plus.
PACE experience and/ or ADCH/CBAS experience.
A state issued driver’s license, personal transportation, and auto insurance as required by law.

Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy evaluation and treatment on an acute, restorative and maintenance level to program participants.
Participates in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) by contributing insights from assessments, care plan recommendations, and care coordination.
Assesses condition, creates a treatment plan and discusses implementation of therapy with participants and caregivers.
Makes home visits as needed and documents activities including participant/caregiver response in participant’s chart.
Educates participants and family members in proper care and use of various supports and exercise programs in addition to the use of DME.
Documents therapy services provided and performs department record-keeping in keeping within documentation requirements.
Assists in the ordering, inventory, distribution, and maintenance of durable medical equipment (DME) for participants.
Implements physical therapy program, completes evaluation and care plans timely. Oversee group maintenance exercises, including documentation by rehabilitation aides.
Maintains the quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control programs.
Performs data collection, prepares reports and maintains any necessary participant statistics.
Attends all staff meetings and patient care conferences as scheduled.