Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist II, Sunnyvale
About The Position
Join Palo Alto Medical Foundation's collaborative outpatient rehabilitation team in Sunnyvale as a Physical Therapist II focused on Pelvic Health. Independently evaluate patients and develop and implement personalized treatment plans to restore function, reduce pain, improve mobility, and support independence and well-being. The patient population includes people experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, prenatal and postpartum conditions, bowel and bladder disorders, pelvic pain, and related musculoskeletal concerns. Use advanced clinical expertise and evidence-based practice to perform comprehensive assessments, set individualized goals, monitor progress, and modify treatment plans. Provide compassionate care and patient education, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams. Serve as a clinical resource and mentor in the department, supervising and guiding physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation support staff, and contributing to student development through clinical instruction. Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, professional standards, and organizational policies to support patient care, privacy, and safety.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program, or a valid PT license demonstrating graduation from an accredited program.
- Physical Therapist (PT) license, or status as an approved license applicant or employee in a resident training program.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
- Two years of recent relevant experience.
- 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, organize multiple priorities, and complete duties within expected timelines and requirements.
- 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, and keep abreast of developments in professional practice.
- For Home Health department roles: valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
Responsibilities
- Independently evaluate patients and develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
- Perform comprehensive assessments, establish individualized goals, monitor patient progress, and modify treatment plans to optimize outcomes.
- Provide compassionate care and patient education to support patients in restoring function, reducing pain, improving mobility, and achieving independence and well-being.
- Communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams.
- Serve as a clinical resource and mentor, providing supervision and guidance to physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation support staff.
- Contribute to student professional development through clinical instruction.
- Adhere to applicable regulations, professional standards, and organizational policies to ensure patient care, privacy, and safety.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
