**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 Therapy**

**Northridge Hospital Medical Center**

*****Per Diem*****

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.

**Responsibilities**

+ 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.

**Qualifications**

+ Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy holding a 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.

**Pay Range**

$44.63 - $64.72 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.