Open Position: PT - Physical Therapist

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2524.00

Opportunity:

PT/OT/ST

Job Details:

* Work 8-hour shifts, with willingness to consider 10-hour shifts for PT travelers
* Scheduled shifts on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
* Acute care setting serving an adult and geriatric inpatient population
* Float between inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings as needed
* OT responsibilities include inpatient, outpatient, and home health coverage with a strong hand therapy component
* ST responsibilities require primary outpatient coverage with geriatric and pediatric experience; Vital Stim experience preferred, with as-needed inpatient support
* PT responsibilities focus on inpatient acute hospital care
* Common diagnoses include orthopedic, neurological, medical, and pulmonary complications for inpatient; outpatient population ranges from pediatrics to geriatrics
* Off-site outpatient center located 2.5 miles away (approximately 8-minute drive) serves all three disciplines
* OT and ST provide home health services on Tuesdays and Fridays, with ST on an as-needed basis
* Facility uses Cerner EMR (upgraded version)
* Weekend shifts follow a split schedule for PT travelers (Wednesday through Saturday or Sunday through Wednesday)
* No holiday requirements
* Dress code: Burgundy polo or long sleeve shirt, black pants, and appropriate shoes
* General department orientation with skills checklist and assigned clinician provided
* Hospital can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment or 3 shifts for assignments less than 13 weeks
* Required certifications: BLS (AHA) and California state license for PT, OT, or ST
* BSN not required

Facility:

This acute care hospital operates with 189 beds, including a 20-bed ICU, 34-bed telemetry unit, medical and surgical floors, and a 33-bed mother and baby unit, with an average census of 150 patients. The facility holds JCAHO certification for stroke care, a Total Joint Program for elective hips and knees, and features an early mobility program including ventilator early mobility at level 2. The therapy department is well-supported with a robust team of inpatient and outpatient therapists, therapy aides, PTAs, COTAs, and a dedicated leadership team including a Director of Rehabilitation Services. Respiratory therapy and pharmacy services are available 24/7, and the ICU is supported by hospitalists, residents, and telemedicine intensivists.

Location:

Merced, CA

Merced is a vibrant Central California city with a population of over 70,000, ideally situated just one hour from Yosemite National Park and within two hours of Monterey Bay, San Francisco, and the Sierra Nevada range, offering an exceptional variety of weekend getaway options. The area's diverse geography and proximity to world-class destinations make it an ideal base for healthcare professionals seeking both professional fulfillment and an adventurous lifestyle.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.