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PT Therapist - Manhattan Beach BCO PT & OT Cl - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

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The therapist develops and implements physical therapy services, including patient evaluation and treatment planning, in coordination with the inter-disciplinary team to achieve effective patient outcomes. Essential duties involve managing all aspects of physical therapy intervention, completing required documentation, participating in patient care conferences, and effectively managing a full patient caseload.

Requirements summary

Required qualifications include current knowledge of treatment practices, excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication along with mature judgment. Candidates must possess or be eligible for California Physical Therapist licensure and maintain Basic Life Support certification.

postgraduate degreeFlexibilityRegulatory ComplianceTreatment PlanningInterdisciplinary Team CollaborationPrioritizingProductivity ManagementCaseload ManagementStaffingPerformance ImprovementPatient EvaluationEvidence-Based PracticeClinical InstructionPatient Care DocumentationFunctional Independence PromotionNew Staff EvaluationFormal Education

Job description

Develop and implement physical therapy services and direct patient care in coordination with the inter-disciplinary team and in compliance with organizational goals and appropriate regulatory agencies.
Under the supervision of the Chief of Physical Therapy, provides physical therapy care to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients with various diagnoses.
Major duties include patient evaluation, treatment planning for effective patient outcomes problem resolution, patient care documentation, attendance at patient care related meetings, delegation of duties to support personnel, participation as a member of a team, maintenance of an appropriate level of productivity, and participation in performance improvement activities.
After one year of experience, serves as a clinical instructor for first year Physical Therapy interns for a 2-6 week internship.
The Physical Therapy Department is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered rehabilitation services that promote functional independence, mobility, and overall quality of life.
Services are provided to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations across a variety of service lines, and medical diagnoses.
The department operates within an interdisciplinary care model, collaborating closely with physicians, nursing, case management, and ancillary services to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
Physical Therapists are responsible for conducting thorough evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, implementing therapeutic interventions, and reassessing patient progress to achieve optimal outcomes.
The department emphasizes regulatory compliance, accurate and timely documentation, productivity standards, and continuous performance improvement.
Staff actively participate in quality initiatives, patient care conferences, and departmental education.
After one year of clinical experience, Physical Therapists may serve as clinical instructors, supporting the professional development of Physical Therapy interns and fostering a culture of mentorship and clinical excellence.
The Physical Therapy Department maintains a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, teamwork, and excellence in rehabilitative care delivery.
Essential Duties: Upon referral of a patient to the Department, the therapist initiates care per policy evaluating and establishing a treatment plan.

Pref Master's degree Masters in Physical Therapy Pref Experience in health field. Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Physical Therapist - PT (CA DCA) OR licensed applicant status for 1 examination period for California licensure, and must have California licensure within 90 days post hire. Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) The hourly rate range for this position is $46.00 - $76.07. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Notice of Non-discrimination Employment Equity Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report USC is a smoke-free environment Digital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$142591.htmld Keck Medicine of USC is the University of Southern California’s medical enterprise, one of only two university-based medical systems in the Los Angeles area. Keck Medicine combines academic excellence, world-class research and state-of-the-art facilities to provide highly specialized care for some of the most acute patients in the country. Our internationally renowned physicians and scientists provide world-class patient care at Keck Hospital of USC, USC Norris Cancer Hospital, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, USC Arcadia Hospital and more than 100 unique clinics in Los Angeles, Orange, Kern, Tulare and Ventura counties. Keck Medical Center of USC, which includes Keck Hospital and USC Norris Cancer Hospital, is among the top 50 hospitals in the country in 8 specialties, as well as the top three hospitals in metro Los Angeles and top 10 hospitals in California, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-25 Best Hospitals rankings. Application Help & Benefits If you need help during the application process, see our application help. For more information about our benefits, see What We Offer. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit!

PT Therapist - Manhattan Beach BCO PT & OT Cl - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

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