Physical Therapist - Acute Care
About The Position
Under the leadership of the department director and/or assistant director the staff physical therapist is responsible for supporting the mission of the Hospital by providing quality physical therapy services to patients of all ages who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. The physical therapist interacts and practices in collaboration with a variety of professionals involved in the care of the patient. The physical therapist educates, engages in critical inquiry, directs and supervises physical therapy services including support personnel. Physical therapy services include examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions in order to reduce the patient’s disability. The physical therapist also provides prevention and wellness services.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy required
- Physical Therapy Board of California license required
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required
- Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and must complete and pass all annual competencies
Nice To Haves
- Masters or doctorate degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Providing quality physical therapy services to patients of all ages
- Interacting and practicing in collaboration with a variety of professionals involved in the care of the patient
- Educating, engaging in critical inquiry, directing and supervising physical therapy services including support personnel
- Providing examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions in order to reduce the patient’s disability
- Providing prevention and wellness services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
