Physical Therapist, Acute Rehab Unit (Sign on bonus eligible)

Job Summary

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available for candidates with Acute Care experience!

Join our team and receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus as part of your employment offer!

Moving from out of the area? We offer relocation reimbursement to support your transition.

This is an inpatient position within the Saint Francis/St. Mary’s Hospitals Rehabilitation Services Department.

The Staff Physical Therapist (Physical Therapist 2) reports to the Clinical Supervisor and provides both direct and indirect patient care services. The Staff Physical Therapist works primarily with adult and geriatric patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. A Staff Physical Therapist with specific pediatric competencies and clinical experience may also work with infants, children, and/or adolescents.

Under general direction and upon receipt of licensed approved provider written referrals, the Staff Physical Therapist plans and administers a full range of physical therapy services for patients with a variety of physical and cognitive impairments and disabilities. Services include:

  • Patient evaluations using physical therapy tests and measurements

  • Establishment of therapeutic intervention goals

  • Development and implementation of therapeutic intervention programs utilizing physical therapy interventions, modalities, and procedures

The Staff Physical Therapist demonstrates practice competence in managing patients of varying clinical acuity and complexity. They may seek mentoring for novel clinical presentations or areas of specialty practice in which they are not yet experienced or certified.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Maintaining accurate and complete patient records related to the delivery of care

  • Demonstrating organized work habits and effective time management

  • Supervising Physical Therapy Students, Physical Therapy Residents, Physical Therapist Assistants, and Rehabilitation Aides as needed

  • Participating in ongoing professional and clinical development activities (40+ hours annually)

  • Actively engaging in and potentially leading departmental and organizational initiatives related to compliance, quality, safety, and process improvement



The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

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Required Qualifications

• DPT Doctoral graduate degree.

o If graduated 15 or more years ago, a bachelor’s degree

• Minimum one year of licensed practice experience.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to recognize signs of distress.

• Basic computer skills including work within Epic electronic medical record.

• Possession of good interpersonal, time management, problem solving and self-initiation skills.

• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience providing patient care in acute care hospital and acute rehab/IRF patient care setting.
  • Prior experience working on an interdisciplinary health provider team.

License/Certification

• Possession of or proven eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board

of California.

• Possession of or proven eligibility for AHA BLS certification.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available atdiversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Job Code and Payroll Title

007939 PHYS THER 2 EX

Job Category

Allied Health, Rehabilitation Services

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Location

San Francisco, CA

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday, Weekends