Cedars-Sinai

Physical Therapist II - Acute Therapy - 8hr

Cedars-Sinai • $80K — $95K *
Los Angeles, CA 90011In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelor's minimum)
  • Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred
  • Valid Physical Therapist License in California
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • 3 years practicing as a therapist with pediatric experience, including 2 years in a NICU setting
  • Preferred experience in General Movements Assessment (GMA)
  • 1 year of feeding experience in NICU

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat patients per physician prescriptions
  • Assist in quality improvement processes for therapy care
  • Educate and train students in the NICU
  • Support divisional growth and cohesiveness
  • Deliver patient care aligned with ethics and compliance standards
  • Maintain a safe environment and sensitive communication
  • Implement age-appropriate treatment plans and provide patient education

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a level 4 NICU
  • Engagement in continuous quality improvement initiatives
  • Educational opportunities in a training environment
  • Collaboration with a diverse team of healthcare professionals
  • Contribution to the advancement of pediatric physical therapy standards
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Physical Therapist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) unit. You will assist evaluating and treating patients in accordance with the prescription of the physician. The Physical Therapist NICU Therapist will assists in the continuous quality improvement process and in the education and training of students and assists in divisional growth and cohesiveness to ensure a high quality of therapy care. The Therapist will assist in delivering patient care consistent with Scope of Standards and Code of Ethics; the Plan for the Provision of Care to Patients, the Plan for Corporate Compliance, the Performance Improvement Plan and Patient Education Plan. Competency skills include the ability to deliver care maintaining safety of the environment, applying appropriate communication with sensitivity and attention to special populations, including patient with diverse cultural backgrounds, age, developmental issues and physical disabilities.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program - Bachelors minimum
  • Master's Degree Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program- Preferred
  • Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program- Preferred

Licenses & Certification:
  • Possess a current and valid Physical Therapist License per California State requirements
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

What else are we looking for?
  • 3 years experience as a practicing therapist and evidence of ability to perform at this level in pediatrics. 2 year experience in the current or similar practice setting in which the individual will be working as a therapist - NICU level 4.
  • Highly prefer General Movements Assessment (GMA)
  • 1 year feeding experience in NICU.
  • Good knowledge of assessment and intervention in a medical and physical disabilities setting.
  • Able to read, write, speak and understand English.
  • Proficient by virtue of training and/or experience to perform evaluations, design and implement treatment plans and provide education in a manner appropriate to the age of the patient.

Physical Demands:
  • Able to push, pull, lift or carry 0-35 pounds on an intermittent basis.
  • Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat consistently in order to safely administer manual exercises and techniques.
  • Able to assist patient with physical activities such as transfers, bed mobility, and ambulation.

About Cedars-Sinai

Cedars-Sinai is a non-profit academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It is one of the largest hospitals in the United States, with over 1,000 beds and 2,000 physicians. Cedars-Sinai is known for its high-quality patient care, cutting-edge research, and innovative medical education programs. The hospital has been ranked as one of the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and has received numerous awards and accolades for its clinical excellence and research achievements. Cedars-Sinai is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is a member of the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
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Size
13,000 employees
Industry
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Founded
1902
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