Physical Therapist III

Carondelet Health Network; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Carondelet Health Network is hiring a Physical Therapist III at St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson, Arizona. This role involves providing patient evaluations, developing treatment plans, and utilizing various physical therapy modalities. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, at least 3 years of experience, and a valid Arizona license.

Join a dedicated team in delivering compassionate healthcare with a personal touch, and enjoy a range of benefits including up to $20K sign-on bonus, medical, dental, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• 3 years of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Valid Arizona State Board license and BLS-CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled evaluations through impairment testing.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and patient progress.
• Provide physical therapy modalities and educate patients.
• Reassess patient needs and adjust care plans.

Skills

Patient care

Evaluation skills

Treatment planning

Physical therapy modalities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

Ultrasound

Electric stimulation

TENS

Iontophoresis

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work‑life balance. Our plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program, employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

Sign on Bonus: Up to $20K SOB based on eligibility.

Provides Physical Therapy services to patients/clients, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. The Physical Therapist III has mastered technical and organizational PT skills and has developed a comprehensive knowledge base. The PT‑III is self‑directed, flexible, and innovative in providing patient care. Operates from a deep understanding of total situations to resolve complex issues and works collaboratively with other healthcare providers to support the patient and family in achieving goals. The PT‑III actively and positively influences the team and fosters critical and creative thinking in others, and may form mentoring relationships. Expert therapists serve as change agents by utilizing evidence‑based practice and therapies‑related research. Serve as a “champion” or lead for a specific project or service area.

Responsibilities

• Perform a skilled evaluation through impairment testing with interpretation of the findings that relate to functional deficits. Problem identification is the therapist’s clinical judgment about the client’s response to actual or potential health conditions or needs.
• Develop treatment plans relevant to clinical findings that provide individualized treatment for patient level of care and length of stay and that relate to established goals. Provide input to department supervisor/manager/director in reviewing/assessing ongoing treatment plans and progress.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and goals that relate to clinical findings.
• Reassess patient’s functional need, and adjust care plan as indicated, including documentation of status change.
• Demonstrate knowledge and provide assessment and physical treatments such as: sensory, strength/tone, range of motion, balance/coordination, functional mobility, bed mobility, gait & transfers, motor control/learning, joint/soft tissue mobilizations, and body systems (musculoskeletal, nervous, integumentary, cardiovascular).
• Provide physical therapy modalities such as: iontophoresis, ultrasound, electric stimulation/interferential, TENS, hot/cold packs, ice massage, traction, laser, pulsed lavage, negative pressure therapy, infrared, and compression.
• Demonstrate and instruct patient/caregiver on body mechanics.
• Identify contraindications for patient. Follow precautions for weight‑bearing, cardiac, contact, spinal precautions, and precautions with total joint replacements.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements
  • Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Physical Therapy. Minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
  • Experience: 3 years experience as a licensed Physical Therapist working in the field of Physical Therapy.
  • Licensure/Certifications: Valid, current license (AZ State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners). BLS‑CPR.
• Preferred Requirements
  • Education: Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
  • Experience: Prior patient exposure in area of practice.

Organization Description

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high‑quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine. Join our team!

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