Physical Therapist (Per Diem) - Acute care

montagehealth; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift differential ($3.87)

Night shift differential ($5.81)

Job summary

Montage Health in Monterey, CA seeks a staff physical therapist to provide quality PT services to patients of all ages. You will examine, evaluate, diagnose, prognosis, and intervene to reduce disability, collaborating with a broad care team and supervising support staff.

The role emphasizes education, critical inquiry, and inclusion of prevention and wellness services in patient care, with per diem scheduling and 10-hour shifts primarily on weekends and PRN weekdays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy required.
• Masters or Doctorate degree preferred.
• Physical Therapy Board of California license required.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality physical therapy services to patients of all ages.
• Examine, evaluate, diagnose, prognose, and intervene to reduce disability.
• Educate patients and families; collaborate with care team; supervise support personnel.
• Include prevention and wellness services as part of care.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Masters or Doctorate degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

Under the leadership of the department director and/or assistant director the staff physical therapist is responsible for supporting the mission of the Hospital by providing quality physical therapy services to patients of all ages who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. The physical therapist interacts and practices in collaboration with a variety of professionals involved in the care of the patient. The physical therapist educates, engages in critical inquiry, directs and supervises physical therapy services including support personnel. Physical therapy services include examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions in order to reduce the patient's disability. The physical therapist also provides prevention and wellness services.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy required. Masters or doctorate degree preferred.

Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and must complete and pass all annual competencies.

Licensure/Certifications

Physical Therapy Board of California license required. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Assigned Work Hours:

10-hour workdays, primarily weekend coverage and weekdays PRN

Position Type:

Per Diem

Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience):

$61.75 to $82.59

The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.

Hourly Evening Shift Differential:

$3.87

Hourly Night Shift Differential:

$5.81