Description
Kaweah Health is seeking Physical Therapists to join our team!
$10,000 Sign on Bonus+ Relocation Assistance available!
Job Description Summary
The Physical Therapist provides a variety of medical services to help individuals who have been injured or physically affected by illness to recover or improve function. A Physical Therapist must be able to evaluate a patient's condition and devise a customized physical rehabilitation and treatment plan. The Physical Therapist's goal is to develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability, in order to maximize quality of life.
Duties
Evaluate and assess patients to establish a plan of care
Develop and implement individualized therapy programs
Provide hands-on therapy, therapeutic exercises, and patient education
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
Track progress, adjust treatment plans, and document outcomes
Educate patients and families on rehabilitation goals and at-home exercises
Maintain compliance with facility policies and industry regulations
Experience
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) in California
Basic Life Support certification
Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
New graduates and experienced PTs welcome
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care
We also offer:
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000
Education Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000 (Doctoral Degree) $15,000 (Master’s Degree)
Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible Organization
Apply for our Therapy openings online at www.kaweahealth.org. For more information, contact Alan Gonzalez Recruiter, at [email protected]
Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients through dedicated physical therapy services.
Who We Are:
Kaweah Health plays a significant role in the health and well-being of California's great Central Valley. Kaweah Health was founded in 1963 as a district hospital. We currently work with more than 4.400 medical professionals and are now the largest hospital in Tulare County and a certified level III Trauma Center; Featuring a total of over 500 beds, our facilities are anchored by a 401-bed acute care teaching hospital. Driven by our commitment to provide World-Class healthcare to the communities we serve, Kaweah Health has received 9 Health Grades 5 star ratings and was selected as one of the top 250 hospitals in the United States. We take pride in our affiliation with the Cleveland Clinic, the top Cardiovascular program in the USA. Kaweah Health provides wide-ranging state-of-the-art services including acute care, free-standing mental health and rehabilitation hospitals, regional cancer center, urgent care and rural health clinics, skilled nursing, home health, hospice, and outpatient dialysis. Our family of health professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional care. Honoring our vision to provide World-Class Health Care, we only recruit the most talented and caring staff available. At Kaweah Health, it is more than a career; it’s your life's calling. Kaweah Health is committed to a culture that delivers personal, professional, and compassionate experiences, for every person, every time.
Where We Are Located:
The City of Visalia, with a population of over 135,000, is centrally located between Los Angeles and San Francisco, only an hours drive from 3 National Parks, and within easy reach of coastal beaches and California wine country. Visalia offers a unique combination of affordable housing, a friendly community, easy commute to work, and economic opportunity. The cost of living may be a small town, but the cultural amenities are of a big city! Our premier facility in Visalia, California offers a lifestyle and environment unlike any other.
We are committed to OUR MISSION: Health is our Passion. Excellence is our Focus. Compassion is our Promise.
JOIN US:
As a Kaweah Health Employee, you will be part of a highly skilled and dedicated team. You will feel our pride in what we do and the commitment to our patients, families, and each other. Every employee at Kaweah Health is a vital team member whose job is to provide world-class healthcare to the residents of our surrounding communities. Kaweah Health fosters a supportive environment where your contributions are appreciated and recognized. We encourage you to grow and accomplish incredible things, make a difference, and ultimately build a fulfilling and rewarding career; You will have a true connection to your community and the pride that comes when you realize that you can make a difference. At Kaweah Health, our goal is to make a difference in your life and career so that you can make a difference in the lives of others no matter where you happen to be along life’s path, Kaweah Health benefits will be with you every step of the way.
