Sutter Health

Physical Therapist II, Home Health

Sutter Health$129K — $160K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program or equivalent with valid PT license
  • PT (Physical Therapist) certification required
  • BLS (Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider) certification needed
  • 2 years of recent relevant experience
  • Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance for home health duties

Responsibilities

  • Assess and plan rehabilitative programs to enhance patient mobility
  • Organize and participate in patient care activities
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team
  • Provide clinical supervision and instruction to physical therapy aides and students
  • Adhere to all regulatory and safety standards in patient care
  • Facilitate patient cooperation and confidence through effective communication

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Participation in a union
  • Support for continuing education and professional development
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Opportunities for clinical instruction and supervision of students
Full Job Description
Organization:
SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital

Position Overview:
Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:
  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
  • OR graduate of an accredited physical therapy program that can be demonstrated with a valid PT license


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
  • PT-Physical Therapist
  • OR Will also consider approved license applicant or resident training program employee.
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider


DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
  • Home Health, DL-Valid Drivers License
  • Home Health, AUTO-Automobile Insurance


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
  • 2 years of recent relevant experience.


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
  • Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
  • Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
  • Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
  • Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
  • Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
  • Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
  • Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.


Job Shift:
Days

Schedule:
Full Time

Shift Hours:
8

Days of the Week:
Variable

Weekend Requirements:
Occasionally

Benefits:
Yes

Unions:
Yes

Position Status:
Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:
40

Employee Status:
Limited Term (Fixed Term)

Pay Range is $62.37 to $77.17 / hour

The 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.

About Sutter Health

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit health system in Northern California, headquartered in Sacramento. It includes doctors, hospitals and other health care services in more than 100 Northern California cities and towns. Major service lines of Sutter Health-affiliated hospitals include cardiac care, women’s and children’s services, cancer care, orthopedics and advanced patient safety technology.
Learn more about Sutter Health
Size
58,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1981

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