Physical Therapist I

Physical Therapist IPhysical Therapist I - Physical Therapy (Per Diem) Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist I to join our team and provide exceptional rehabilitative care to our patients. This role will deliver exceptional patient care and comprehensive family education by conducting thorough evaluations, devising tailored treatment plans, and implementing appropriate physical therapy modalities and techniques. Will ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines governing the practice of Physical Therapy. Tentative Schedule: Weekend coverage primarily; initial training will take place during the weekdays; days/hours may vary based upon availability and business needs As a successful candidate, you will:Screen patients to determine need for intervention and initiates referrals as appropriate.Evaluate patients using appropriate age specific tools.Interprets data in order to plan treatment.Establish goals and treatment plans based on evaluation data, rehabilitation potential, discharge plans, and in coordination with goals and plans of patient, family and other care team members.Demonstrate skill and creativity in implementing patient treatment programs which are safe, effective, and efficient.Modify treatment program according to patient needs and progress, terminates treatment appropriately, and develops appropriate discharge and post discharge plans.Complete evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and third-party reimbursement reports per established departmental requirements.Perform reassessments per established departmental protocols as necessary.Collaborate with physician and other healthcare professionals to ensure ongoing integrated patient care.Establish and maintains therapeutic relationships with patient and caregivers.Attend team and family conferences; interprets pertinent findings and contributes to the development of a multidisciplinary plan of care.Qualifications:Doctor of Physical Therapy from an accredited school or Masters equivalentEntry level position, no experience required but interest in oncology, preferredCurrent Physical Therapist license in the State of California or PTLA status in the state of CaliforniaBLS Certification through the American Heart AssociationFor pediatric service, CCS Panel provider or complete application within 60 days of hire or when hours attained.Hourly Per Diem Rate: $58.80/hrCity of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.Primary Location: United States-California-DuarteJob: Allied Health Work Force Type: Onsite Shift: DaysJob Posting: Apr 21, 2025Minimum Hourly Rate ($): 39.250700Maximum Hourly Rate ($): 60.838500