Physical Therapist - Neuro & Ortho IP & OP - OP/IP

Scripps Mercy Hospital has served central and downtown San Diego since 1890 and is the oldest medical center in the county. The San Diego campus is located near the corner of 5th Avenue and Washington Street in Hillcrest.Scripps Mercy Hospital consists of two campuses in San Diego and Chula Vista.Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego’s campus includes the O’Toole Breast Care Center, a 24-hour emergency room that is a Level I Trauma Center, outpatient physical rehabilitation, minimally invasive robotic surgery and our childbirth unit (including a Level II neonatal intensive care unit).This is a part-time position (48 hours/2 weeks) (Mon-Fri) at Scripps Mercy Hospital in Hillcrest. Outpatient and Inpatient – Neuro and Ortho patients with focus on Neuro - Bonus Eligible*Join the Scripps Health team to work with dedicated caregivers and deliver patient-centered care, while building a rewarding career with one of the nation's most respected healthcare organizations.Why join Scripps Health?Award-winning WorkplaceAt Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care.We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.You will be treating a combination of neuro and ortho patients in the Outpatient setting with the requirement to train in inpatient and float there if outpatient schedule is not filled. The patients may present post CVA (stroke), various neurodegenerative diseases, complex trauma and traumatic brain injuries and post surgical ortho, other joint pain/overuse injuries.The Physical Therapist conducts evaluations, assessments, prognosis, treatment, and education as prescribed by a qualified medical practitioner, in compliance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act and Title 16 regulations.$2K New Hire Retention Incentive: 30% at 3 months and 70% at 12 monthsThe Following Are Not Eligible For Hiring IncentivesInternal candidatesRehires that left Scripps less than 3 years agoIn order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be metMust remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter)Must remain in original department/specialtyMust remain in original Job TitleTransfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.RequirementsGraduate of an accredited school of Physical TherapyLicensed as a PT in the State of California OR License Pending (Must have license in hand before start)Current BLS Certificate from the American Heart AssociationPreferred ExperienceAt least one year of experience in inpatient or outpatient neuro settingAt Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work.You’ll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.Position Pay Range: $54.24-$78.66/hour