PT, Physical Therapist III, Home Health - Sonoma County

@ Sutter Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice
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PT, Physical Therapist III, Home Health - Sonoma County

Posted 6 days ago

About the job

Sutter Health is a leading healthcare organization offering a variety of services. This role focuses on assessing and treating patients to improve mobility and reduce pain, with opportunities for supervision, mentorship, and working in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

  • PT license and graduation from accredited program
  • 2 years relevant experience
  • Critical thinking and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Knowledge of professional practice

Qualifications

  • Valid PT license
  • Department Home Health certification
  • BLS healthcare provider
  • Valid drivers license
  • Physical therapy experience

Full job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! 

Organization:

SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Outer Bay

Position Overview:

Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Job Description:



EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program with a valid PT license

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program that can be demonstrated with a valid PT license


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
PT-Physical Therapist

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
Department: Home Health, DL-Valid Drivers License

Department: Home Health, AUTO-Automobile Insurance


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
2 years of recent relevant experience.


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.

Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.

Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.

Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.

Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.

Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.


PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $65.78 to $88.48 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

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