Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist (Full Time and Per Diem)
Company: Family Health Centers of San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 6, 2024
Job Description:
Impact Lives, Impact CommunityFamily Health Centers of San Diego
(FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to
all, especially underserved communities with limited health care
options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50
years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest
community health systems in the country. With over 62 sites, over
227,000 patients, and over 417,000 visits last year, we provide a
wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse
patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting
community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our
staff.Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is currently
recruiting for an Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist to
provide care to a varied pediatric caseload from 0 through 13 years
old.This is an exciting opportunity for pediatric physical
therapists who are interested in joining a multidisciplinary
pediatric care team and support our growing programs for Childhood
Obesity clinic, as well as Early Intervention and Infant Mental
Health.This position is available as per-diem, part-time or
full-time. Join an existing integrated care team that is
collaborative and extremely dedicated to the young patients they
serve!Responsibilities:
- Evaluates patients referred to physical therapy, as well as the
Childhood Obesity clinic, and Early Intervention.
- Performs evaluation according to each patient's needs,
physician recommendations, and specific program
guidelines/protocols.
- Communicates with patient and/or parents/caregivers regarding
evaluation results, treatment plan, and goals. Provides home
program activities to patients and/or parents/caregivers to ensure
carryover to the home environment.
- Engages patients and/or parents/caregivers in the treatment
sessions.
- Provides treatment to assigned patients as appropriate in
accordance with established standards of care and practice. Designs
an appropriate and effective treatment plan and work within scope
of practice at all times. Monitors progress of treatment goals
through periodic observations and assessments. Conducts
re-evaluations when indicated.
- Consults with Physician, allied health professionals, and other
team members. Participates in case conferencing meeting and in
program planning meetings. Facilitates training and presentations
for staff, patients, and parents/caregivers when applicable.
- Communicates regularly with Referral Specialist, Case
Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff. Makes
recommendations and follows through with referrals to internal
programs, as well as outside agencies when appropriate. Makes
recommendations to infant/early childhood or mental health services
when dyadic concerns arise.
- Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely
manner, and thoroughly in accordance with the department standards;
in addition, documentation complies with the patient's insurance
requirements.
- Provides treatment at different FHCSD clinic sites for
increasing patients' ability to access care.Requirements:
- California State licensure as a Physical Therapist.
- Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR
(BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life
Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training.
- At least 2 years' experience as a Physical Therapist
preferred.
- Pediatric specific experience required and experience in early
intervention (0-3) preferred.
- Meet organizational driver requirementsRewards:
- Job type: Regular Part Time and Full Time, Per Diem
- Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
- Employee Discounts and Wellness ProgramsEnjoy an industry
leading benefits package that includes $1000 CME reimbursement, 24
hours of CME time off, MedBridge account with unlimited access to
virtual CME training, license renewal fee reimbursement, and the
possibility of loan forgiveness eligibility. The successful
candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine
and providing culturally competent care to the medically
underserved.In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to
share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe
benefits or potential bonuses.$90,000 - $107,000If you are hired at
Family Health Centers of San Diego, your final base salary
compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic
location, jurisdictional requirements, skills, education, and/or
experience. In addition to these factors - we believe in the
importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our
current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in
mind that the range mentioned above is what we reasonably expect to
pay for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be
typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.
We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package (more
information on our benefits offerings is available here:
Keywords: Family Health Centers of San Diego, National City , Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist (Full Time and Per Diem), Healthcare , San Diego, California
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