CommonSpirit Health

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.. Incorporates patient/family/Care Partner needs interests/ goals in the development and execution of treatment plan.. For outpatient/ongoing care authorizations and care coordination will be made by the Northridge PT through the regional center or local CCS Medical Therapy Unit as appropriate.. Acts as Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant students.. (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.

physical therapist

Overview:
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. Physical Therapist - Physical TherapyNorthridge Hospital Medical Center We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Physical therapist to join our team. The successful candidate will provide exceptional physical therapy including assessment treatment planning implementation and evaluation. Our ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with patients their families and other healthcare professionals. 

Responsibilities:
Appropriately assesses patients of varying diagnoses and disorders requiring Physical Therapy according to established guidelines. Age range treated includes neonatal pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric. Staff will be assigned only age ranges for which they meet education experience and training.Patients 0-21 years old with CCS coverage are to be treated by CCS paneled therapists or oversight by a CCS paneled therapist.Develops implements & modifies treatment plan in collaboration with interdisciplinary team to achieve goals. Utilizes evidence based practice as available. Incorporates patient/family/Care Partner needs interests/ goals in the development and execution of treatment plan.Establishes and follows patient precautions. Observes patients responses to treatment and reports unusual occurrences. Follows hand off guidelines.Coordinates care with CCS for CCS insurance. For inpatient information will be forwarded to the Northridge Hospital case manager regarding potential referral. For outpatient/ongoing care authorizations and care coordination will be made by the Northridge PT through the regional center or local CCS Medical Therapy Unit as appropriate.Develops and implements discharge plans including necessary equipment in a timely manner. For children with CCS insurance a weekly progress note and discharge summary will be documented in the medical record.Acts as Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant students. Not applicable for casual per diem.Maintain high professional standards of ethics knowledge skill performance and conduct through participation in performance improvement and active learning.Assists in maintaining the organization cleanliness and safety of equipment supplies and environment within department.Assists the Manager in achieving department goals including development of clinical specialty programs and classes.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications:
Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy holding Baccalaureate Degree or higher 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 one year equivalent of pediatric experience is obtained.

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