Physical Therapist

Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our dynamic healthcare team. As a Physical Therapist, you will play a vital role in helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life. If you're passionate about making a positive impact on patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

***Per Diem***

• Conduct thorough evaluations and assessments of patients' physical conditions.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and other modalities to patients.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and their families on exercises and techniques for continued improvement.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care.
• Stay current with best practices and emerging trends in physical therapy.

• A graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy holding a Baccalaureate Degree or higher is required.
• Current California Physical Therapy licensure required (PTL)
• Recent graduates who are board-eligible will be considered for provisional appointments.
• Current CPR (AHA BLS)
• Fire Safety card required. (must obtain 90 days from start date)

Training:

• Academic curriculum will include coursework on growth and development, gerontology, and therapeutic procedures for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
• New applicants must present documentation of continuing education or experience. Upon annual appraisal must demonstrate participation in external continuing education.
• Therapists will apply and obtain CCS paneling once a year, equivalent of pediatric experience is obtained.