Physical Therapist Pulmonary and Cardiac

St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Josephs Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Physical Therapist to help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing, reduce pain, and improve quality of life.

You will perform initial evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments while meeting productivity standards and documenting care. Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and families is essential to deliver compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with internship/rotation.
• AZ Physical Therapist licensure required.
• CPR certification required.
• Masters in a clinical area preferred.
• Doctorate of Science in Physical Therapy preferred.
• 2 years of progressive PT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial evaluations for patients and develop plans of care.
• Provide a variety of direct treatments and update care plans.
• Meet patient care productivity standards and document accordingly.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and families.
• Promote a positive customer service environment.
• Participate in continuing education and skill advancement.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clear communication

Age-appropriate care

Education

PT degree & internship

AZ PT license

CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.

Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.

• This position supports our Pulmonary and Cardiac patients from the Norton Thoracic Institute.
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standard individual basis and at the department level.
• Completes documentation of treatment minutes and enters electronic charges accurately and timely.
• Participates in continuing education and develops advanced skills that enhance and align with department, clinical and business development.
• Participates on internal/external task force, committee or board appropriate to diagnostic program per manager approval.
• Completes general and specialty competencies appropriate to clinical area for patient care management (General, ICU, FIM, DBS, Lung Transplant, Behavior management, MBS, FEES, etc).

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program and Internship or rotation in appropriate clinical setting
• Physical Therapist: AZ
• Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

• Masters Other in appropriate clinical area
• Doctorate Of Science in Physical Therapy
• 2 years progressive experience in Physical Therapy clinical area performing patient clinical care

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Josephs Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.