Physical Therapist - $48-66 per hour

Adventist Health; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Hiring bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Adventist Health Sonora is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team in Sonora, California. The role requires a PT license in the state, education in physical therapy, and preferred advanced degrees.

Start date is ASAP and the position is ongoing as staff. New grads are welcome to apply, with up to $50,000 student loan repayment and a $10,000 hiring bonus paid over two years, plus relocation assistance (conditions apply).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy (or equivalent) required.
• Master's Degree: Preferred.
• Doctorate Degree: Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions, while meeting department objectives.
• Serves as co‑leader in interdisciplinary approach to patient groups.
• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention.
• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques.
• Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master's Degree

Doctorate Degree

Job description

Adventist Health is seeking a Physical Therapist for a job in Sonora, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

New grads welcome to apply! Up to $50,000 student loan repayment, $10,000 hiring bonus, paid over 2 years & relocation assistance available (Conditions apply)

Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close‑knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.

Job Summary:

Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions, while meeting department objectives. Serves as co‑leader in interdisciplinary approach to patient groups.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Required
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Doctorate Degree: Preferred
• Two years' Physical Therapy experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Physical Therapist (PT): Required

Essential Functions:

• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools and establishes individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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About Adventist Health

Adventist Health is a faith‑based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 80 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians, allied health professionals and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope. We are committed to staying true to our heritage by providing patient‑centered, quality care. Together, we are transforming the healthcare experience with an innovative and whole‑person focus on physical, mental, spiritual and social healing to support community well‑being.