Sr. Physical Therapist, Full Time, Day Shift, Physical Therapy - OP (AHWM)

Job Description

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse city.

Job Summary:

Evaluates and treats patients to promote, maintain and improve physical therapy treatment programs and protocols. Ensures clinical skills meet high standards through continual educational opportunities. Serves as technical specialist on daily tasks and cases. Regularly models/mentors and trains staff on technical skills.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in physical therapy or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Required
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Three years' technical experience: Preferred
• Two years' experience in an acute care, acute therapy or outpatient setting: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Physical Therapist (PT): Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Essential Functions:

• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
• Develops and implements appropriate individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait trainings, balances and other interventions.
• Continually assesses and revises physical therapy care plans and collaborates with nursing on multidisciplinary care plans, as appropriate.
• Educates and instructs patients, family members and other patient representatives about rehabilitative care and necessary activities to promote patient health, safety and independent living.
• Accurately documents observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and provided services.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.