Tri-City Medical Center has served San Diego County’s coastal communities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and Vista, as well as the surrounding region for more than 60 years and is one of the largest employers in North San Diego County. Tri-City is administered by the Tri-City Healthcare District, a California Hospital District. As a full-service acute care public hospital with over 500 physicians practicing in over 60 specialties, Tri-City is vital to the well-being of our community and serves as a healthcare safety net for many of our citizens. The hospital has received a Gold Seal of Approval® from the Joint Commission showcasing a commitment to safe and effective patient care for the residents of the community. 

Tri-City Medical Center prides itself on being the home to leading orthopedic, spine and cardiovascular health services while also specializing in world-class robotic surgery, cancer and emergency care. Tri-City’s Emergency Department is there for your loved ones in their time of need and is highly regarded for our heart attack and stroke treatment programs. When minutes matter Tri-City is your source for quality compassionate care close to home. Tri-City partners with over 90 local non-profit and community organizations as part of our COASTAL Commitment initiative. Together we are helping tackle some of our communities’ pressing health and social needs.

Position Summary:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients; supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and Aides in direct patient care and related activities

Major Position Responsibilities:

The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

• Maintains a safe, clean working environment, including unit based safety and infection control requirements.
• Provides physical therapy evaluations and treatments
• Treats patients according to the physician’s treatment plan
• Communicates with supervisor and other health care interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems or plans
• Records evaluations, daily treatment notes, monthly progress notes, discharge summaries and charge tickets timely and completely
• Demonstrates behavior that protects the safety of self/others and of the physical plant and equipment.  Follows policy when accidents occur.
• Attends departmental, Utilization Review and other meetings as requested
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information
• Follows clinical and personnel policies
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and/or Physical Therapy Aides in direct patient care and related activities
• Assists in training and orientation of new staff as requested
• Consistently demonstrates professionalism, respect and confidentiality with patients and staff
• Keeps regular clinic hours, as approved by supervisor
• Complies with the Physical Therapy act in California
• Demonstrates effective communication methods; either written, verbal, non-verbal or electronic
• Follows up with front office related issues using the appropriate chain of command
• Has a positive influence on others
• Listens to and acknowledges the concerns of patients and co-workers.  Communicates effectively with patients and co-workers, exchanging information and opinions constructively
• Treats all patients with respect
• Is punctual for shift. Fills out timecard correctly, obtaining authorization for overtime and schedule changes from supervisor.  Observes policies regarding break/meal times, time off and calling in sick.
• Performs all other miscellaneous job related duties as assigned
• Makes every attempt to reduce expense & maximizes productive & revenue

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of physical therapy principles and practices.
• Working knowledge and competent usage of Microsoft Office.
• Sufficient verbal and written communication skills to perform the tasks required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor, physicians, staff and families.
• Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgement, discretion and decision making.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and foster a team building approach with co-workers.

Licenses:

• Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in California.

Certifications:

• Current BLS certification, required upon hire; American Heart Association Healthcare Provider.

Each new hire candidate who is offered employment must pass a physical evaluation, urine drug screen and pre-employment background checks before starting work. 

*Salary/Hourly wage range for this position is posted.  Actual pay will be determined based on verified experience as well as internal equity.

TCHD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.