Orthopedic Physical Therapist - Path to Career Role

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine in Los Angeles, CA seeks a licensed physical therapist to deliver orthopedic-focused care in a dynamic clinical setting. You will evaluate patients, plan individualized treatments, and apply evidence-based interventions to optimize outcomes and function.

The role involves conducting assessments, delivering treatments, documenting progress, and meeting productivity standards, with possible rotation among areas and holiday coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a California Physical Therapist and current CPR certification
• More than 2 years of licensed PT experience qualifies for PT 2 title
• Ability to perform repetitive bending, stooping, sitting, squatting, walking, standing during an 8–10 hr day
• Knowledge of etiology, course, prognosis, and manifestations of various disease processes
• Ability to establish an appropriate treatment plan and adjust as needed, with timely discharge

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and provide physical therapy treatments
• Complete accurate and timely documentation while maintaining productivity standards
• Rotate among clinical practice areas as needed and participate in holiday coverage

Job description

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine in Los Angeles, CA seeks a licensed physical therapist to deliver orthopedic-focused care in a dynamic clinical setting. You will evaluate patients, plan individualized treatments, and apply evidence-based interventions to optimize outcomes and function.

The role involves conducting assessments, delivering treatments, documenting progress, and meeting productivity standards, with possible rotation among areas and holiday coverage as needed.