Physical Therapist II, Acute Care

Job description

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

nOrganization:

nABSMC-Alta Bates Summit Med Center

nPosition Overview:

nAt Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, our Physical Therapists play a vital role in helping patients regain function, restore mobility, reduce pain, and achieve their highest level of independence following illness, injury, or surgery. This position is responsible for evaluating patient needs, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions across a diverse patient population.

nThe Physical Therapist partners closely with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care. Through clinical expertise, compassionate communication, and ongoing assessment, the Physical Therapist fosters trust and engagement while supporting positive outcomes throughout the rehabilitation journey.

nThis role also provides clinical leadership through the supervision of physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation aides, serves as a clinical instructor for students, and contributes to a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Adherence to all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards is essential to ensuring patient safety, privacy, and quality of care.

nWhy Alta Bates Summit Medical Center? Join a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to innovation, collaboration, and delivering outstanding rehabilitation services. You'll work alongside dedicated clinicians in a dynamic environment that values professional growth, clinical excellence, and compassionate care for the communities we serve.

nJob Description :

nThese Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

nEDUCATION:

nGraduate of an accredited physical therapy program

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

nCERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

nPT-Physical Therapist

nOR Will also consider approved license applicant or resident training program employee.

nBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

nTYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

nRecent relevant experience.

nSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

nCritical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.

nKnowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

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

nComputer and required technology proficiency/competencies.

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

nAble to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.

nKeeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

nJob Shift:

nDays

nSchedule:

nFull Time

nShift Hours:

n8

nDays of the Week:

nVariable

nWeekend Requirements:

nAs Needed

nBenefits:

nYes

nUnions:

nNo

nPosition Status:

nNon-Exempt

nWeekly Hours:

n40

nEmployee Status:

nRegular

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

nPay Range is $63.78 to $89.28 / hour

nThe 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.

Worksite address

oakland, CA, 94616, US

Who can apply

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