Physical Therapist (Acute care) - physical therapy

montagehealth; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Montage Health in Monterey, CA seeks a Staff Physical Therapist to provide high-quality therapy services across all ages. Responsibilities include evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions to reduce disability while promoting prevention and wellness.

The role requires a California Physical Therapy license and BLS certification, a BS in Physical Therapy, and preferred master’s/doctoral credentials. Regular 10-hour workdays with weekends and holidays apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy required.
• Masters or Doctorate degree preferred.
• California PT license required; BLS certification also required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physical therapy services including evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention to patients of all ages.
• Educate patients and families and promote prevention and wellness.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team and supervise support staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Masters or Doctorate degree preferred

Job description

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Job Description:

Position Summary

Under the leadership of the department director and/or assistant director the staff physical therapist is responsible for supporting the mission of the Hospital by providing quality physical therapy services to patients of all ages who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. The physical therapist interacts and practices in collaboration with a variety of professionals involved in the care of the patient. The physical therapist educates, engages in critical inquiry, directs and supervises physical therapy services including support personnel. Physical therapy services include examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions in order to reduce the patient's disability. The physical therapist also provides prevention and wellness services.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy required. Masters or doctorate degree preferred.

Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and must complete and pass all annual competencies.

Licensure/Certifications

Physical Therapy Board of California license required.

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Assigned Work Hours:

10-hour workdays, including recurring weekends and holidays

Position Type:

Regular

Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience):

$54.16 to $72.43

The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.

Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $3.87

Hourly Night Shift Differential: $5.81