CommonSpirit Health
Job Summary
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.
Responsibilities
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.
Availability for weekend commitment.
Requirements
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.
Current CPR (AHA BLS).
Fire Safety card required (must obtain within 90 days from start date).
Training
Academic curriculum will include coursework on growth and development, gerontology, adult, and geriatric populations.
New applicants must present documentation of continuing education or experience. Upon annual appraisal, must demonstrate participation in external continuing education.
Therapists will apply for and obtain CCS paneling once a year, equivalent to pediatric experience.
Location Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394‑bed acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California, offering a full complement of award‑winning services including a cancer center, cardiovascular center, stroke center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
Pay Range $47.31 - $70.38 /hour
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Responsibilities
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.
Availability for weekend commitment.
Requirements
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.
Current CPR (AHA BLS).
Fire Safety card required (must obtain within 90 days from start date).
Training
Academic curriculum will include coursework on growth and development, gerontology, adult, and geriatric populations.
New applicants must present documentation of continuing education or experience. Upon annual appraisal, must demonstrate participation in external continuing education.
Therapists will apply for and obtain CCS paneling once a year, equivalent to pediatric experience.
Location Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394‑bed acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California, offering a full complement of award‑winning services including a cancer center, cardiovascular center, stroke center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
Pay Range $47.31 - $70.38 /hour
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