PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Physical Therapist

Hospital Acute - Loma Linda, CA 92354

Salary Range $55.00 - $60.64 Hourly Job Shift Day

Description

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing evidence-based physical therapy interventions for infants, children, and young adults within Totally Kids (Acute, Subacute, Outpatient & Circlebrook).

The Physical Therapist collaborates with an interdisciplinary team—including physicians, nurses, occupational and speech therapists, respiratory therapists, and case managers—to maximize each patient's physical function, mobility, and overall quality of life. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse pediatric population, including those with complex medical conditions, neuromuscular disorders, post-surgical needs, traumatic injuries, and developmental delays.

It is expected that the employee will demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support the organization strategic plan, the goals and direction of the quality assurance performance improvement process, and activities.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Current California Physical Therapist (PT) license
• Current CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Preferred:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in pediatric physical therapy within an hospital or rehabilitation
• Knowledge of ventilator-dependent, medically fragile, and technology-assisted pediatric populations
• Experience with adaptive equipment, gait training, and mobility devices
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) documentation

Knowledge/Skill:

• Strong clinical skills in pediatric rehabilitation, developmental milestones, and neurodevelopmental treatment
• Knowledge of CMS conditions of participation, CDPH state regulations, CCS, and TJC (hospital, nursing care center, and laboratory) accreditation requirements as applicable to job
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications as applicable to job
• Possess strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Works responsibly in a team environment as well as independently
• Manages confidential information effectively and appropriately

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

1. Clinical

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy assessments, including range of motion, strength, tone, postural control, balance, mobility, and endurance.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote functional mobility, independence, and participation in daily activities.
• Collaborate with physicians and other rehabilitation professionals to coordinate holistic care and ensure achievement of patient-centered goals.
• Provide education, instruction, and support to families, caregivers, and outpatient participants to promote carryover and maximize outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with Totally Kids and regulatory standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission).
• Recommend, fit, and train patients in the use of adaptive equipment, mobility aids, orthotics, and positioning devices.
• Support safe and seamless transitions between levels of care (acute, subacute, outpatient) through communication and discharge planning.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement, safety initiatives, and continuing education to maintain best practice standards.