Job Abstract

Provides direct patient care services in all assigned areas that includes evaluation, assessment, treatment planning based on the functional needs of the patient, program development, evaluation of the response to care and readjustment of the treatment plan as required. Plans and provides patient, family, peer and community education and coordinates services with other health care professionals including interaction with physicians responsible for the care of the patient.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St. Joseph Hospital Of Orange and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications:

• Commensurate with the educational requirements needed to successfully pursue a license as a registered physical therapist in the State of California.
• California Physical Therapist License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
• 4 months experience in providing direct patient care. Internships are acceptable to meet this requirement.

Preferred qualifications:

• Graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy.
• 6 months Experience in any capacity in an acute care hospital.
• 6 months Experience as an employee in a physical therapy environment.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.