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Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Methodist Hospital Sacramento Sacramento, California
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The posted compensation range of $60.90 - $68.90 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2026-469369 Employment Type Full Time Department Outpatient Physical Therapy Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule 8am - 5pm Remote No Category Therapy

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Physical Therapist, you will help pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients rebuild or maintain their physical well-being so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.

Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct therapeutic treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care that ensures effective documentation and compliance with department protocol.

  • Complete patient evaluations within 48 hours according to department protocol, setting appropriate and relevant goals.
  • Implement effective and adequate treatment plans, modifying goals and interventions as appropriate while ensuring patient safety.
  • Provide comprehensive patient and family education, utilizing various teaching methods suitable for their level of understanding.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation, adhering to department policies for concise, legible records that reflect all interventions and assessments.
  • Communicate treatment plans and patient status promptly with the interdisciplinary team and medical doctors, participating in team conferences as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with department policies for timecards, productivity logs, billing, and other departmental functions.
Job Requirements

Required

  • California Physical Therapist license.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.


Preferred

  • Previous experience as a Physical Therapist.
Where You'll Work

Founded in 1973, Dignity Health - Methodist Hospital is a 158-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II NICU, heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Methodist Hospital of Sacramento has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

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