Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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Our Santa Monica Hospital is seeking to hire a part-time Physical Therapist III to join our Orthopedic Surgery Department. You will play a key role in helping patients restore mobility and regain independence. Primary duties include:
- Deliver age-appropriate assessments and therapeutic interventions
- Review patient charts and conduct thorough evaluations using standardized assessment tools
- Identify and prioritize physical and functional limitations
- Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable short-and long-term goals
- Administer safe and effective therapy procedures
- Determine appropriate frequency and duration of treatments
- Provide patient and family education, including at-home programs
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support seamless discharge planning
- Maintain timely and accurate patient documentation
Job Qualifications
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California Physical Therapy License
Valid BCLS Certification (AHA or ARC)
Minimum 2 years of clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist
Ability to safely lift up to 35 pounds and perform repetitive movements (bending, squatting, standing, etc.) throughout an 8-10 hour shift
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative care team
Proficient in basic computer applications (e.g. word processing, email systems)
Strong clinical knowledge of musculoskeletal and neurological condition, including ability to design and implement effective treatment plans