• Physical Therapist

    Dignity Health (Northridge, CA)


    Job Summary and Responsibilities

     

    Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our dynamic healthcare team. As a Physical Therapist, you will play a vital role in helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life. If you're passionate about making a positive impact on patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

     

    + Conduct thorough evaluations and assessments of patients' physical conditions.

    + Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on assessment findings.

    + Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and other modalities to patients.

    + Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed.

    + Educate patients and their families on exercises and techniques for continued improvement.

    + Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care.

    + Stay current with best practices and emerging trends in physical therapy.

    + some weekend commitment

    Job Requirements

    + A graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy holding a Baccalaureate Degree or higher is required.

    + Current California Physical Therapy licensure required (PTL)

    + Recent graduates who are board-eligible will be considered for provisional appointments.

    + New applicants must present documentation of continuing education or experience. Upon annual appraisal must demonstrate participation in external continuing education.

    + Current CPR (AHA BLS)

    + Fire Safety card required. (must obtain 90 days from start date)

     

    Where You'll Work

     

    Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here (http://dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital) dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

     

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    Pay Range

    $47.31 - $70.38 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.