Washington Hospital Healthcare System

Staff Physical Therapist - Physical Therapist Full-Time - Variable Shifts

Washington Hospital Healthcare System  •  Fremont, CA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Salary Range: $60.70-82.07 plus per diem differential
The Staff Physical Therapist will provide professional Physical Therapy Services specific to patient's age and diagnosis including evaluation, planning individual patient care programs, treatments, documentation, educating patient and family, conferring with other professional and performing other related duties as required. Will work in a variety of acute care hospital units, including Polytrauma, Neuro, Ortho, Medical/Surgical, Telemetry and population will include inpatient and outpatients. Work schedule will include day shift, PM shift and some weekend scheduling.  Therapists are members of ESC Local 20 union.

In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties as required. 
Educational Requirements 
  • Clinical Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program of Physical Therapy approved by the council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association. 
Licensure/Certification Requirements  
  • Ccurrent California license issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Physical Therapy Board. 
  • Current Basic Life Support Provider Certificate from the American Heart Association. 
Experience Requirements  
  • Experience in Level 1 or 2 Trauma Hospital preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in an acute care setting.
  • Experience in Level 1 or 2 Trauma Hospital preferred.
  • Work experience with the following populations desired 
    • Neuro (OP, Traumatic brain injury, Post-concussion) 
    • Trauma, including Ortho
    • Geriatrics
    • Critical Care
    • Elective Orthopedic
    • Medical / Surgical
    • Wound Therapy (NPWT)
    Skills or Abilities  
    • Knowledge of the principles and practices of Physical Therapy.
    • Experience with Physical Therapy skills, patient movement devices and equipment.
    • Ability to analyze situations and take appropriate action.
    • Ability to express oneself clearly in speaking and writing.
    • Emotional stability, personal and professional integrity, interest in growth and learning.
    • Collaborative professional open to learning and participation with an experienced team; receptive to coaching and feedback
    PREFERRED
    • Holds professional certifications in clinical practice
    • Clinical experience in Neurology, Wound, Acute Care, Vestibular
    Washington Hospital Healthcare System

    About Washington Hospital Healthcare System

    Washington Health is fostering healthier communities and access to health care services including academic level care, close to home.

    Industry
    Healthcare & Social Services
    Company Size
    1,001-5,000 employees
    Headquarters
    Fremont, CA
    Year Founded
    1958
    Website
    whhs.com
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