PHYSICAL THERAPIST (FT)

Dameron Hospital; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dameron Hospital in Stockton, CA is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care to adults and geriatric patients under the direction of Physical Therapy Management. The role includes assessments, treatment planning, and supervision of staff to ensure high-quality care.

The position emphasizes program development, performance improvement initiatives, and adherence to regulations. Current California PT license and BLS certification are required; a bachelor's or master's degree is

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited baccalaureate or master’s program in Physical Therapy.
• Current California Physical Therapist license.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services according to a written individualized plan of care.
• Perform assessments of strength, mobility, gait, ROM, and transfer capabilities.
• Develop and implement treatment plans focused on rehabilitation and comfort maintenance.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and equipment use.
• Monitor and report patients' responses to treatment and any condition changes to the physician.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, support staff, and students as needed.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of treatment plans, progress notes, and summaries.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

BLS Certification

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Physical Therapy

Job description

Under the direction of Physical Therapy Management at Dameron Hospital, the Physical Therapist is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and administering Physical Therapy services in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This role ensures that the highest quality of care is provided to patients at all times.

The Physical Therapist delivers direct patient care to adult and geriatric populations, including comprehensive assessments, individualized and group treatments, and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants, support staff, and students. The role also contributes to program development, performance improvement initiatives, and departmental policy updates.

This is a non-union position.

FTE 1.0 (5x8s) Day

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited baccalaureate or master’s program in Physical Therapy
• Current and valid California Physical Therapist license
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience preferred
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services according to a written individualized plan of care
• Perform assessments of strength, mobility, gait, range of motion (ROM), and transfer capabilities
• Develop and implement treatment plans focused on rehabilitation and comfort maintenance
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and equipment use
• Monitor and report patients\' responses to treatment and any condition changes to the physician
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, case conferences, and discharge planning
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, support staff, and students as needed
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of treatment plans, progress notes, and summaries
• Provide patient and caregiver consultations
• Support staff education and participate in in-service training when needed