Physical Therapist - PRN

Physical Therapist - PRN

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

***This is a flexible PRN inpatient physical therapy role to cover every 2nd to 3rd Saturday a month for approximately 4 hours.***

Delivers individual comprehensive care to patients, utilizing therapeutic use of self, innovative technology, and collaboration among therapists.  Responsible for providing leadership and mentoring to the rest of the rehabilitation staff, by coordinating, delegating, guiding patient care and patient /caregiver education to achieve an optimal level of function for each patient throughout the continuum of care.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapy (PT) experience. 

Education: Must have Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, or Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of Physical Therapy or an International Program that is substantially equivalent to the requirements of a physical therapist educated in accredited educational program as determined by the Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy.

Licensure: Must be a licensed as a Physical Therapy (PT) in the State of Arizona.

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS)

Special Skills: Proficient computer skills.

Excellent customer service and communication skills.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria:  work experience, qualifications, and work location.