Physical Therapist III,

Sutter HealthSanta Cruz, CA
$139,277 - $194,979Onsite

About The Position

Independently responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice level competencies and is a recognized clinical or workflow subject matter expert. Responsible for developing key workflows and clinical protocols or guidelines for department. Serves as a resource in the education, training and mentoring of other staff and as a clinical instructor for assigned students. May coordinate staff education and student programs. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy school.
  • PT-Physical Therapist certification.
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
  • Valid Driver's License Class C (for Home Health).
  • Automobile Insurance (for Home Health).
  • 5 years of recent relevant experience.
  • Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
  • Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
  • Ability to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
  • Ability to teach/educate others.
  • Ability to extract evidence-based practice information and apply to clinical practice and training materials.

Nice To Haves

  • Recognized clinical or workflow subject matter expert.
  • Collaborates with key stakeholders in developing solutions.
  • Critical thinking, complex problem solving, decisive judgment and ability to work independently.
  • Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timeline and requirements.
  • Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
  • Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.
  • Public speaking.
  • Ability to develop training materials and competency assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs.
  • Developing key workflows and clinical protocols or guidelines for the department.
  • Serving as a resource in the education, training, and mentoring of other staff.
  • Acting as a clinical instructor for assigned students.
  • Coordinating staff education and student programs.
  • Adhering to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures.
  • Developing treatment protocols.
  • Analyzing and identifying clinical practice and workflow best practices.
  • Acting as a complex problem solver within and outside of the department.
  • Analyzing data/information from multiple sources.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
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