Physical Therapist, Outpatient - Per Diem - 141323

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist to deliver patient care across multiple Rehab Locations in San Diego. Responsibilities include evaluation and treatment of orthopedic-related cases, thorough documentation, and inter-site communication.

The role may require weekends and varying hours depending on clinic coverage. Qualified candidates must hold a California PT license, be eligible with NPI/registry, and have outpatient experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of Physical Therapy approved by the AMA and APTA.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months.
• Physical Therapist license issued by the state of California.
• Prior experience in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PT services including evaluation and treatment of routine and complex patients.
• Complete required documentation and communicate patient information across care continuum.
• Participate in training and program development and represent the department to the community.
• Demonstrate competence in UC San Diego Health core values.

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for Physical Therapy patient service delivery including evaluation and treatment of routine and complex patients, with orthopedic diagnoses depending on clinic coverage needs. Completes required documentation and communicates patient information across the continuum of care. Participates in training and program development and represents the department to the medical and general community. Demonstrates competence in the UC San Diego Health core values.

This is a per diem position that will also provide back up coverage between multiple Rehab Locations. There is potential to work both weekdays and weekends depending on candidate availability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited school of Physical Therapy approved by the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association, eligibility for registration by the National Registry of the American Physical Therapy Association.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Physical Therapist (PT) license issued by the state of California.
• Prior experience in an outpatient setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One to three (1 - 3) years of experience as a licensed PT in an outpatient setting with orthopedic patient populations.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• May flex and float between sites as needed.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $141,211 - $156,579 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $67.63 - $74.99

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).