CommonSpirit Health
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Under the general guidance of the Director of Rehabilitation Services and Therapy Manager, the Physical Therapist administers patient evaluations, plans and implements patient treatment proficiently for all assigned patient diagnoses. The position supervises Physical Therapist Assistants in the performance of clinical duties and demonstrates exceptional time management and sound clinical judgment. The Therapist also assists in supervision, training and orienting new Level II and III staff, participates in case conferences, discharge planning activities, and coordinates with the multidisciplinary team/Utilization Review Case Manager for referrals to CCS-paneled providers or medical therapy units.
Job Requirements
Level I: No prior experience required.
Level II: Minimum one year experience as a Physical Therapist working in a clinical setting with an adult population, preferably rehabilitation.
Level III: Minimum five years experience as a Physical Therapist in a hospital setting with an adult population, preferably rehabilitation; demonstrated leadership, initiative, and the ability to assume responsibility; proficiency in all PT II skills; one or more areas of well‑developed clinical expertise used regularly; current continuing education in specialty area.
License/Registration/Certification: Current California Physical Therapy license or eligibility to obtain one; Healthcare Provider CPR.
Education and Training: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree from a Physical Therapy institution accredited by the APTA.
Where You'll Work Dignity Health – St. Mary Medical Center is a 389‑bed, acute‑care, nonprofit hospital located in Long Beach, California. The facility serves over 50,000 patients annually and offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, and orthopedics. St. Mary was recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission‑certified Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Center. For more information, visit https://www.dignityhealth.org/socal/locations/stmarymedical.
Pay Range $50.80 – $75.57 per hour
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Job Requirements
Level I: No prior experience required.
Level II: Minimum one year experience as a Physical Therapist working in a clinical setting with an adult population, preferably rehabilitation.
Level III: Minimum five years experience as a Physical Therapist in a hospital setting with an adult population, preferably rehabilitation; demonstrated leadership, initiative, and the ability to assume responsibility; proficiency in all PT II skills; one or more areas of well‑developed clinical expertise used regularly; current continuing education in specialty area.
License/Registration/Certification: Current California Physical Therapy license or eligibility to obtain one; Healthcare Provider CPR.
Education and Training: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree from a Physical Therapy institution accredited by the APTA.
Where You'll Work Dignity Health – St. Mary Medical Center is a 389‑bed, acute‑care, nonprofit hospital located in Long Beach, California. The facility serves over 50,000 patients annually and offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, and orthopedics. St. Mary was recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission‑certified Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Center. For more information, visit https://www.dignityhealth.org/socal/locations/stmarymedical.
Pay Range $50.80 – $75.57 per hour
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