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Sutter Health Physical Therapist II - Lymphedema Clinic in Modesto, California
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Organization:
MMC-Memorial Medical Center
Position Overview:
Provides physical therapy services to assigned specialty patient populations, e.g. orthopedic or wound disorders. Majority of patient caseload consists of patient population related to specialty certification. Using advanced clinical practice knowledge, responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. Demonstrates expert-level competencies and skills and possesses at least one pre-approved specialty certification in one of the many physical therapy fields. In addition, provides in-services, continuing education, training & competency resources, orients/trains/mentors assigned staff, contributes to performance improvement initiatives, provides student clinical experience and other assigned organizational priorities as approved by supervisor. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
Job Description :
EDUCATION:
- Other: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy school.
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
PT-Physical Therapist
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
LANA-Certified Lymphedema Therapist by the Lymphology Association of North America
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
- 5 years inclusive of experience required for specific specialty certification
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Collaborates with key stakeholders in developing solutions.
Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgment and ability to work independently.
Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
Ability to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected time lines and requirements.
Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.
Clinical specialty area depth knowledge and skill level demonstrated by certification & specialty practice competencies.
Ability to teach/educate others, public speaking.
Ability to assess competencies.
Ability to develop training materials and competency assessments.
Ability to extract EBP information and apply to clinical practice and training materials.
Complex problem solver within and outside of department. Analyzes data/information from multiple sources. Collaborates with key stakeholders in developing solutions.
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $64.12 to $80.14 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.