Bilingual Physical Therapist

Suvida; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5k

401k with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday pay

Parental/family leave

Life/mental health coaching

Job summary

Suvida Healthcare in Tucson, AZ seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to join our integrated care team focused on geriatric patients. You will deliver patient-centered therapy to improve movement, function and quality of life, with an emphasis on individualized plans and compassionate care.

Ideal candidates hold a DPT, an AZ license, BLS, and prefer English/Spanish bilingual capabilities to serve diverse seniors in our primary care program.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of physical therapist experience.
• Geriatric specific experience preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations and tests to identify PT needs.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans to improve function.
• Educate patients to improve movement and activity.
• Use technology to support patients and caregivers.
• Supervise PTAs and interns; collaborate with care teams.
• Lead fall prevention and risk screenings.
• Provide high-quality, compassionate patient experiences.

Skills

PT experience

Geriatric care

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

DPT degree

Arizona license

BLS Certification

Job description

Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus! Join our team, make a difference, and get rewarded!

Who We Are

At Suvida Healthcare, we are not just caregivers; we're compassionate advocates dedicated to enriching the lives of our cherished seniors. As a Team Member with us, you will embark on a fulfilling journey where your skills and empathy converge to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of an underserved community and their families. Our multi-disciplinary primary care program is built to address the physical, behavioral, social, and cultural needs of Medicare-eligible Hispanic seniors.

Celebrate diversity and inclusivity in a workplace that attracts, engages, values, rewards, and recognizes the unique needs and backgrounds of both, our patients and our team. We believe that a rich tapestry of experiences, shared interests, and perspectives enhances the care we provide, making us a stronger, service-centered, and more compassionate healthcare family and Employer of Choice! Will you join us Suvidanos , to help achieve our Higher Purpose?

What Makes Us Unique

We are an empowered primary care, clinical operations, and support team creating health equity through an exceptional clinical and consumer experience that improves the quality of life for the people, families, and neighborhoods we serve. We tailor our primary care program to the culture, language, social, and overall well-being of the seniors we serve.

How We Work

Our Culture & Core Beliefs

• Earn Trust
• Building Relationships
• Creating Joy
• Doing Right
• Improving Every Day
• Moving Forward
• Competitive Pay
• Free Mental Health & Life Coaching for Team Members and their Dependents
• Holiday Time Off with Pay
• Paid Community Service Day
• Paid Parental/Family Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus
• And much more....

What You'll Do

Position Summary

As a Physical Therapist at Suvida Healthcare, you will be an essential member of our integrated healthcare team, responsible for providing patient-centered physical therapy services and movement programs to enhance the quality and affordability of care. Your primary focus will be on optimizing movement and function to improve clinical outcomes, recover from injury, manage pain, and increase patient and provider satisfaction. Essential responsibilities consist of but are not all inclusive:

• Conducting thorough evaluations of patients using clinical observation and standardized testing to identify physical therapy needs
• Developing individualized, evidence-based care plans to improve overall function and participation in daily life
• Providing patient-centered education to improve movement and physical activity for prevention and treatment
• Utilizing technology to provide additional support and resources to patients and their caregivers
• Ensuring proper use of equipment and instruction of patients and caregivers on safe handling to promote optimal function and recovery
• Supervising and offering direction to PTAs and PT interns
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams, patients, and/or caregivers to identify and develop patient-specific therapy goals
• Ensuring patients have a positive experience by providing an elevated level of service promptly, professionally, and empathetically
• Assisting in the development and presentation of educational materials for patients and providers
• Participating in quality improvement programs and initiatives driven by clinical needs
• Leading fall prevention classes and completing fall risk screenings for patients
• Understanding Suvida's clinical programs, identifying practice opportunities, and integrating programs and resources into practice workflows to optimize the patient experience, improve quality of care, and positively impact resource utilization.
• Other duties assigned

What You'll Bring

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 3+ years of physical therapist experience
• Geriatric specific experience preferred.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft office platforms including word, excel, and power point.

What You'll Bring - Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of physical therapist experience
• Geriatric specific experience preferred.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) required
• Advanced Microsoft office platforms including word, excel, and power point.

Education, Experience, Licensure, or Certification Requirements

• DPT Degree or equivalent in Physical Therapy from an accredited physical therapy-based program
• Active license by the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, or the ability to obtain one.
• Current BLS Certification

What To Expect

• Dedicated 1-on-1 patient care, with a focus on high-risk individuals
• Manageable caseload, seeing a maximum of 8-10 patients per day
• Built-in documentation time, reducing after-hours work
• Strong work-life balance
• Supportive and collaborative team environment, where your contributions are valued

Suvida Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any typewithregard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.