Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Dignity Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 74,578 - 106,217; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit hospital in Sacramento, California, is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide individualized patient care for diverse populations. Responsibilities include patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and promoting patient wellbeing. Candidates must have a Physical Therapist license in California and a BLS certification. The hospital prioritizes compassionate care and was recognized as a leader in workplace diversity and healthcare equality.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessments and implement individual treatment programs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and maintain effective documentation.

Education

Physical Therapist, CA (PT, CA)

BLS from American Heart Association

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

The incumbent demonstrates competency in physical therapy for pediatric, adult, and/or geriatric patients. The incumbent provides patient assessments, develops and implements individual patient treatment programs, provides therapeutic interventions utilizing current and effective methodologies, and maintains effective documentation.

As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life. Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment. To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.

Job Requirements

• Physical Therapist, CA (PT, CA)
• BLS from American Heart Association.

Preferred

• Previous experience as a Physical Therapist.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1973, Dignity Health - Methodist Hospital is a 158-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California, serving over 80,000 patients annually. The hospital also has a 171-bed skilled nursing facility providing both short and long-term medical and rehabilitative care.

We’re proud to share that Dignity Health has been recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces of 2025 and a 2025 Greatest Workplace for Diversity by Newsweek. Methodist Hospital has been designated an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and was recently named a Best Hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report.

As part of Dignity Health, you’ll be joining a healthcare team dedicated to providing excellent, compassionate care to patients across the U.S. Our mission is to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to all, especially the vulnerable. Our vision is to be a national leader in transforming healthcare through clinical excellence, advocacy, and community partnerships. Our core value of humankindness leads us to build an inclusive and equitable environment for patients and employees alike.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$65.62 - $65.62 /hour