Physical Therapist-ECH

HTU; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

HTU is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to establish and advance a comprehensive outpatient PT program. You will evaluate patients, set goals, plan integrative treatments, and educate patients and families while adhering to medical center policies.

Responsibilities include supervising PT staff, participating in research trials, and promoting collaborative department operations within a busy clinical setting. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy with CA PT license or equivalent.
• Ability to operate required equipment and assessment tools independently.
• English reading/writing and professional speaking; Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an advanced PT program.
• Perform patient evaluations, goal setting, and treatment planning.
• Provide outpatient services per physician orders and policies.
• Supervise PT Assistants and Rehab Technicians when indicated.
• Participate in clinical research trials related to PT and outcomes.
• Foster constructive department operations and professional relationships.
• Practice resource conservation mindful of costs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish preferred

Computer literacy

Strong communication

Leadership & supervision

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

California PT license

Tools

Assessment tools

Rehabilitation equipment

Office equipment (copy, fax, phone)

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing and maintaining a comprehensive and advanced physical therapy program.
• Performing patient evaluations, goal setting, integrative treatment planning, follow-up assessments, and ongoing patient and family education.
• Providing outpatient services under physician's orders in accordance with Physical Therapy and Medical Center policies and procedures.
• Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and Rehabilitation Technicians when indicated.
• Participating in and initiating clinical research trials involving physical therapy and patient treatments and/or outcomes.
• Fostering a constructive and supportive approach to department operations and promoting professional, collegial relationships.
• Practicing resource conservation mindful of economic constraints.
• Performing other duties as needed.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with the following qualifications and skills:

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or suitable combination of education, training, or experience with a California license in Physical Therapy.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to independently operate required equipment, assessment tools, HME equipment, copy machine, fax machine, and telephone.
• Proficiency in reading, writing legibly, and speaking English professionally; Spanish preferred.
• Computer literacy and ability to use necessary software programs.
• Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Strong communication skills to relate positively and professionally with others.
• Assertiveness and consistency in following and enforcing policies.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure, lead, supervise, teach, collaborate, and accept direction.
• Critical thinking, independent work with minimal supervision, basic math skills, and effective management of multiple assignments.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving, organization, prioritization, and accurate recall of information.
• Physical abilities including distinguishing colors and smells, hearing for conversation and workplace sounds, adequate vision for reading screens and documents, and discerning temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications

• Current license by the California Board of Physical Therapy.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• CCS-Paneled required if assigned to Pediatric Rehabilitation or fulfillment of CCS paneling requirements within twelve months from hire date.