Physical Therapist II - San Mateo Medical Center (Open & Promotional)

Physical Therapist II

San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) is seeking a Physical Therapist II to provide inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services in San Mateo, California. As a member of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you will evaluate and treat patients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.

Physical Therapists assess functional limitations, establish individualized goals, and develop evidence-based treatment plans that support meaningful outcomes in patients' home, community, and work environments. This role offers the opportunity to improve patients' quality of life by providing evaluations, education, and therapeutic interventions to a diverse patient population.

As part of the County's rehabilitation program, SMMC's Physical Therapists work closely across inpatient and outpatient settings to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care for individuals requiring short- and long-term rehabilitation.

Currently, we have the following vacancy: One Regular, Full-Time vacancy that will flex between Inpatient and Outpatient Settings at San Mateo Medical Center, Tuesday - Saturday.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience providing physical therapy services and be interested in treating patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is strongly preferred.

New and recent graduates with inpatient and outpatient clinical experience gained through internships or independent practice are encouraged to apply. San Mateo Medical Center offers a highly supportive environment with mentorship to foster professional growth and development.

The San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) Rehabilitation Department is a collaborative team of 35 physical, occupational, speech, and creative and recreation arts therapists providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. As part of San Mateo County's public health system, we are proud to serve one of the region's most diverse patient populations.

Our therapists care for patients with a broad range of neurologic, orthopedic, post-operative, and other complex conditions, delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care that consistently achieves strong outcomes. We are committed to clinical excellence through ongoing professional development, mentorship, and quality improvement initiatives.

We are seeking a collaborative, compassionate clinician who enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team, embraces lifelong learning, and is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. With a strong commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance, San Mateo County offers a supportive environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the community.

County of San Mateo, CA