Senior Physical Therapist & Clinical Mentor

Kaiser Permanente; San Bruno (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide therapy services under supervision of the Director/Assistant Director or Clinical Supervisor. The role involves mentoring staff, delivering in-service sessions, and contributing to clinical leadership within the department.

The candidate will participate in orientation, staff training, and consult on clinical practices while aligning with Kaiser’s patient-care standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited PT program with a degree level (Bachelor, Master or Doctoral) and PT certification or foreign-trained equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Physical Therapist.
• California Physical Therapist License required at hire; National Provider Identifier required at hire; Basic Life Support.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements; able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
• APTA Certified Clinical Instructor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility as outlined in the Physical Therapist job summary and responsibilities.
• Provides department in-service as requested by management (e.g., journal club presentation or regular in-service presentation).
• Serves as a clinical instructor as requested by management.
• Assists in orientation and training of employees as needed.
• Provides consultation to staff.
• May act as a mentor for staff.
• May provide input into clinical competency of staff.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities.
• Assists in development and implementation of new clinical practice models for delivery of care.
• Participates in performance improvement projects or other committees as requested by management.
• May be involved in clinical competency of PTAs and Rehab Aides.
• Monitors work of contract therapists and treatment of patients in Kaiser and non-Kaiser facilities.
• Performs other duties as required within scope of practice.

Skills

Mentorship for staff

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctoral in Physical Therapy

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide therapy services under supervision of the Director/Assistant Director or Clinical Supervisor. The role involves mentoring staff, delivering in-service sessions, and contributing to clinical leadership within the department.

The candidate will participate in orientation, staff training, and consult on clinical practices while aligning with Kaiser’s patient-care standards.