Orthopedics Physical Therapist, Palo Alto

Sutter Health•Palo Alto, CA

6d•$132,662 - $185,702

About The Position

Sutter Health is hiring an Orthopedics Physical Therapist for the Palo Alto Medical Foundation in Palo Alto. The role focuses on providing individualized, evidence-based rehabilitation to patients recovering from orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal conditions. The therapist evaluates patients, develops care plans, monitors progress, and helps patients reduce pain, regain strength and mobility, and return to valued activities. The position also involves collaboration with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, and supervision or mentorship of assistants, aides, and students as appropriate. The role requires graduation from an accredited physical therapy program and a physical therapist license, with consideration also given to approved license applicants or employees in a resident training program. A Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification is required. Home Health-specific requirements listed are a valid driver's license and automobile insurance. The position is full time, 40 hours per week, with a day shift and a Monday–Friday schedule that may include variable Saturday work. The posted annual pay range is $132,662.40 to $185,702.40. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
Physical Therapist (PT) license; approved license applicants or employees in a resident training program may also be considered.
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification.
For the Home Health department: valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
Critical thinking, complex problem-solving, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently.
Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
Ability to work in a demanding environment and manage multiple priorities.
Computer and required technology proficiency.
Effective verbal and written communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, teamwork, collaboration, customer service, and community relations skills.
Ability to retain and apply new knowledge and skills.

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) certification is highly preferred.
Completion of an orthopedic residency program is welcomed.
Ideally, 3–5 years of orthopedic physical therapy experience.
Strong foundation in musculoskeletal assessment, treatment planning, patient education, and functional recovery.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients with orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal conditions.
Develop individualized plans of care.
Monitor patient progress and provide evidence-based treatment to reduce pain and restore strength, mobility, and function.
Collaborate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Provide supervision and mentorship to assistants, aides, and students as appropriate.
Organize multiple priorities and complete work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
Maintain knowledge of professional practice developments and advancements.