Physical Therapist - Student Loan Assistance Program

Ernest Health•Stockton, KS

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Stockton Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist in Stockton, California, with part-time and per-diem options also available. The 50-bed hospital provides specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services to people recovering from injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions. The role is part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team and uses specialized physical therapy knowledge and independent judgment to help patients restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. The Physical Therapist independently reviews patients’ medical histories, evaluates physical abilities and potential response to therapy, develops and implements treatment plans, and is responsible for related documentation and communication with patients and other medical providers. The role integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice. The hospital opened in 2023 and has equipment and services including a Bionics Exoskeleton, Bioness Integrated Therapy System, Chattanooga modality equipment, LiteGait, on-site Modified Barium Swallow services, and pharmacy services. The stated wage range is $53.11 to $72.91 per hour. Compensation decisions consider factors including skills, experience, education, training, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Current and valid state Physical Therapist license.
Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification from an approved vendor.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Competency in providing care according to established standards.
Ability to apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
Passion for patient care and ability to collaborate as a team member and motivate patients.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Examine patients’ medical histories and independently evaluate their physical abilities and potential response to therapy.
Develop and implement physical therapy treatment plans.
Provide physical therapy services to help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
Prepare related documentation and communicate with patients and other medical providers.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.