Physical Therapist II

Sutter Health•Vallejo, CA

11d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist II assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs to improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. The role builds patient and family confidence and cooperation through competent assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication with patients, their support groups, and other healthcare providers. The position adheres to applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and deliver optimal patient care. It also provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides and serves as a clinical instructor for assigned students. This is a per diem/casual, non-exempt position with variable day shifts. The schedule is variable, with weekend work required once a month. The listed pay range is $63.50 to $88.89 per hour; actual starting pay may vary based on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program, or graduate of an accredited physical therapy program demonstrated by a valid PT license.
Physical Therapist (PT) license, or status as an approved license applicant or employee in a resident training program.
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification.
For Home Health: valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
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 and competencies.
Effective verbal and written communication, interpersonal, conflict-resolution, teamwork and collaboration, customer-service, and community-relations skills.
Ability to retain and apply new knowledge and skills and stay current with professional practice developments and advancements.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs to improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions.
Gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers through assessment, monitoring, care, and effective communication.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and provide optimal patient care.
Provide clinical supervision of assistants and aides.
Serve as a clinical instructor for assigned students.