Staff Physical Therapist - Acute Rehab - Per Diem 8 Hours Variable Shift

University of Southern California; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 58,231 - 76,429; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their team at Arcadia Hospital. The role provides physical therapy care primarily to adult and geriatric patients, and may involve limited pediatric care.

Key responsibilities include developing treatment plans, communicating with patients and physicians, and participating in multidisciplinary care. Preferred qualifications include hospital experience and a CAPTE accredited PT program degree.

Qualifications

• Graduate of PT program accredited by CAPTE or equivalent.
• Current CA license as a Physical Therapist or license applicant status.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Develops appropriate treatment plans.
• Evaluates patients and implements treatment programs.
• Monitors therapy goals and adjusts as necessary.

Skills

Assessment skills

Patient communication

Treatment planning

Supervision of assistants

Education

Graduate of PT program accredited by CAPTE

Current CA license as a Physical Therapist

Current BLS certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides physical therapy care and services as part of the multidisciplinary treatment team to patients primarily in adult and geriatric age groups with occasional, limited pediatric and adolescent patients. May function as Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapy students.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicates appropriately with the referring physician.
• Communicates with patients and others adequately and appropriately.
• Completes all required documentation.
• Continues professional development through continuing education.
• Delegates to and supervises Assistants and Aides appropriately.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assess patients and complete other clinical responsibilities from a developmental perspective.
• Develops appropriate treatment plans.
• Evaluates patients, identifying problems and defining treatment goals that are specific, objective and measurable.
• Implements treatment programs using appropriate modalities and/or procedures according to department standards.
• Monitors the extent to which services have met therapy goals.
• May participate in clinical education for physical therapy students.
• Participates in multidisciplinary treatment planning and care.
• May participate in orientation of new staff, students and volunteers.
• Performs routine tasks necessary for maintaining a clean, safe and efficient work area.
• Possesses the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess the developmental level of adolescent patients and to incorporate this information appropriately into treatment planning and delivery of individualized treatment and patient/family education that is specific to the needs of the adolescent patient.
• Possesses the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess the developmental level of pediatric patients and to incorporate this information appropriately into treatment planning and delivery of individualized treatment and patient/family education that is specific to the needs of the pediatric patient.
• Possesses the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess the effects of aging and to incorporate this information appropriately into treatment planning and delivery of individualized treatment and patient/family education that is specific to the geriatric patient's needs.
• Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation; education; departmental and interdepartmental quality control; performance improvement; and quality planning activities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Minimum required: Graduate of PT program accredited by CAPTE or equivalent per California PT Board requirements.
• Work Experience: Preferred (not required): Hospital based experience preferred.
• Licenses and Certifications: Minimum required: Current CA license as a Physical Therapist or license applicant status, Current BLS certification.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

USC Arcadia Hospital is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC Arcadia Hospital's policy. USC Arcadia Hospital will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient safety.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hourly salary rate range for this position is $42.27- $55.48. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.