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Physical Therapist, Per Diem - Tacoma

Primary Location Tacoma, Washington Worker Location Onsite Job Number 1304661 Date posted 08/23/2024
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Description:

COVERAGE FOR BOTH TOTAL JOINT INPATIENT AND OUTPATIENT CLINIC.VARIABLE SHIFTS





Job Summary:

Provide comprehensive evaluation of assigned patients condition and develop goal-oriented treatment programs designed to bring the patient to a normal or optimum state of health and functioning. Follows evidence-based evaluation and treatment strategies. Provide and document a course of treatment. Delivers care that meets or exceeds service excellence. Communicates and coordinates the patients care with other team members. May require local travel.



Essential Responsibilities:


  •  Direct Patient Care: Participates in the evaluation and treatment of members within the employees license. Follows all practice act and compliance regulations. Documents within the standards of Kaiser Permanente. Communicates with appropriate team members regarding the care of the member.

  • Contributes to the efficiency and productivity of the organization by managing own workload autonomously (scheduling, consultation, participation in non-direct patient care activities as needed or assigned). Provides leadership to Physical Therapy Assistants.

  • Patient Experience: Coordinates the delivery of care that meets or exceeds service excellence standards.

  • Remains current in recent developments in physical therapy techniques and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:
Experience


  • N/A

Education

  • Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy.
License, Certification, Registration
  • Physical Therapist License (Washington) required at hire
  • Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements:

  • Working knowledge of relevant clinical practice in Physical Therapy developed through clinical coursework, internships or previous PT work experience.
  • Demonstrated commitment to delivering high quality customer/patient service.
  • Proven organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • May require local travel.
Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two (2) years experience in an PT outpatient setting.
  • Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
Primary Location: Washington,Tacoma,Tacoma Specialty Center Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start: 10:00 AM Working Hours End: 07:00 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: J01|SEIU|SEIU Local 1199 RN/ANRP Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Tacoma Specialty Center - Physical Therapy - 1130 Pay Range: $53.21 - $77.48 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted. Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest