Make a difference in people’s lives every day. When you join UCLA Health, you’ll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.
As a Per Diem Physical Therapist, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered physical therapy services to individuals with a variety of diagnoses in the acute care setting. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, and ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
The primary focus of this role is direct patient care and supporting patients in achieving optimal functional outcomes during their hospital stay.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong clinical skills in the acute care environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with patients, families, and colleagues from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- A collaborative approach to patient care and teamwork, including sharing knowledge, providing and receiving constructive feedback, assisting colleagues when needed, and contributing to problem-solving efforts.
- A commitment to fostering a positive, supportive, and learning-focused environment for patients and team members alike.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated rehabilitation team committed to delivering exceptional care and improving patient outcomes.
Salary: $77.85 – $97.31 per hour. May convert to a career.
- Current and valid California Physical Therapist license required
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Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
- One year of inpatient hospital experience preferred
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