Physical Therapist II, Pediatric Rehab

Sutter Health; California; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Physical Therapist, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient mobility and quality of life. In this dynamic position, you will assess and organize rehabilitative programs tailored to individual needs, ensuring optimal care and recovery. Your expertise will foster collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams, while adhering to regulatory standards. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of those recovering from injuries or illnesses, all within a supportive and innovative environment. If you are passionate about patient care and rehabilitation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program required.
• 2 years of recent relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and planning rehabilitative programs for patient mobility.
• Providing clinical supervision and effective communication with patients.

Skills

Critical thinking

Complex problem solving

Decisive judgement

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Teamwork and collaboration

Customer service

Computer proficiency

Ability to work independently

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization: SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview:

Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
• OR graduate of an accredited physical therapy program that can be demonstrated with a valid PT license

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• PT-Physical Therapist
• OR Will also consider approved license applicant or resident training program employee.
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
• Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
• Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
• Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
• Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
• Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Job Shift: Days

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Friday

Weekend Requirements: Saturday

Benefits: No

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Status: Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $58.15 to $72.68 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.