Physical Therapist II, Santa Cruz

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Organization

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview

Independently evaluates, develops, and implements individualized physical therapy treatment plans to help patients restore mobility, reduce pain, improve strength and function, and enhance overall quality of life following injury, illness, or disability.

Delivers evidence-based care across a diverse outpatient population, utilizing advanced clinical judgment to assess patient needs, monitor progress, and modify treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes.

Builds trusted relationships with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members through compassionate care, clear communication, and patient education.

Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, professional standards, and organizational policies while maintaining a safe and patient-centered environment.

Provides clinical leadership through mentorship and supervision of Physical Therapist Assistants and support staff, while also serving as a clinical instructor and role model for students and developing clinicians.

Joins a collaborative rehabilitation team dedicated to helping the Santa Cruz community achieve their health and wellness goals.

Job Description

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Physical Therapy Program

OR graduate of an accredited physical therapy program that can be demonstrated with a valid PT license

Certification & Licensure

PT-Physical Therapist

OR Will also consider approved license applicant or resident training program employee.

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Department-Specific Certification & Licensure

• Department: Home Health, DL-Valid Drivers License
• Department: Home Health, AUTO-Automobile Insurance

Typical Experience

2 years of recent relevant experience

Skills and Knowledge

• Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
• Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines 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.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Full Time

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

As Needed

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status: Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

• Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
• Pay Range is $132,662.40 to $185,702.40 / annual salary

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location.

Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.