Physical Therapist II, Santa Cruz, Limited Term

Sutter Health • Santa Cruz, CA • 1h ago

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

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview:

Join our team for a rewarding 6-month limited-term opportunity as a Physical Therapist in a collaborative, patient-centered outpatient rehabilitation environment. In this fully benefitted role, you'll independently evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans designed to restore mobility, reduce pain, improve strength, and help patients return to the activities they value most. You'll primarily work with an orthopedic patient population, making strong orthopedic clinical experience highly valued. Experience or interest in pelvic health rehabilitation is also welcome and considered a significant asset.

As a trusted member of the care team, you'll build meaningful relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary colleagues through compassionate care, clinical expertise, and effective communication. You'll have the opportunity to treat a diverse caseload and contribute to exceptional patient outcomes while practicing in a supportive environment that values professional growth and teamwork.

In addition to direct patient care, you'll provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistants and rehabilitation aides, serve as a clinical instructor for students as assigned, and help foster a culture of learning and clinical excellence. This position includes occasional Saturday coverage and is ideal for a therapist who enjoys working in a fast-paced outpatient setting while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

This is a 6-month limited-term, full-time benefitted position offering a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience with an exceptional rehabilitation team while enjoying the comprehensive benefits of a full-time role.

Job Description :

These 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).

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-SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

Department: Home Health, DL-Valid Drivers License

Department: 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:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Full Time

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

Saturday

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

Employee Status:

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

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

Pay Range is $132,662.40 to $185,702.40 / annual salary

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider 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.

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