Physical Therapist

**Job Summary and Responsibilities**

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.

+ 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.

+ some weekend commitment

**Job Requirements**

+ A 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.

+ New applicants must present documentation of continuing education or experience. Upon annual appraisal must demonstrate participation in external continuing education.

+ Current CPR (AHA BLS)

+ Fire Safety card required. (must obtain 90 days from start date)

**Where You'll Work**

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here (http://dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital) dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

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**Pay Range**

$47.31 - $70.38 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.