Physical Therapist - Student Loan Assistance Program

Ernest Health•Rancho Mirage, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy medical services to patients recovering from injuries or disease. Using specialized knowledge and training, independent judgment, and discretion, the therapist develops and delivers care intended to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. The therapist independently reviews each patient’s medical history, 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 position is full-time at Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern California in Rancho Mirage, California, an inpatient rehabilitation facility serving patients throughout the Coachella Valley and Southern California. The hospital provides rehabilitation for patients recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions. The therapy team works in a supportive environment with state-of-the-art equipment and individualized care plans. A student loan contribution payment program is available. The stated pay range is $52.95 to $63.28 per hour.

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.
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 player and motivate patients.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Examine patients’ medical histories and evaluate their physical abilities and potential response to therapy.
Develop and implement physical therapy treatment plans to 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.
Provide care according to established standards and applicable age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.

Benefits

Student loan contribution payment program.
PPO and high-deductible medical plan options.
Flexible spending and health savings account options.
Dental and vision coverage.
401(k) with employer matching.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
$10,000 sign-on bonus for the full-time position.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives.
Earned Time Off, accruing from the start date.
Clinical Career Ladder bonus program.
Therapy Preceptor bonus program.
Recognition, wellness, and retention programs.