Physical Therapist (Full Time, Day)

Adventist Health; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Bakersfield seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to join our team. You will assess and treat patients, develop individualized plans, and document outcomes in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

This position requires a DPT with state licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and preferred 2 years of PT experience. The role involves patient care in a busy hospital setting with ongoing professional engagement.

Qualifications

• DPT degree required; license date rule applies if obtained after Jan 2016.
• Two years' PT experience preferred.
• PT licensure in the state of practice required.
• CPR/BLS certification required per AH policy.

Responsibilities

• Completes evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Provides therapy interventions using established procedures and communicates discharge plans.
• Completes comprehensive clinical documentation within deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Therapy techniques

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

Two years' Physical Therapy experience

Job description

Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world‑class physicians, top‑notch medical technology, caring professionals and award‑winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254‑bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America's fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high‑quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks.

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.

Education and Work Experience

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree: Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2016; or foreign equivalent.
• Two years' Physical Therapy experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: 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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Location/Region: Arvin, CA (93203)