Acute Care Physical Therapist
Apple Valley, California
Saint Joseph Health Saint Mary

Job Overview for Healthcare Recruiters and Workers

Position Details

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
• Location: Apple Valley, California
• Facility: Providence Saint Mary Medical Center
• Hospital System: Providence Health and Services - MSP
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift: 5X8; Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Years of Experience Required: 1 year
• First-Timers Accepted: Yes
• Weekend Requirements: Not specified
• Local Radius: 50 miles (locals accepted)

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• State License: California Physical Therapy License
• Special Requirements:

  • Acute Care experience
  • Home Exercise Programs
  • Patient Family Education
  • Experience with various medical conditions (e.g., COPD, CHF, CABG, MI, etc.)

Hospital Highlights

• Type of Facility: Acute Care Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 212
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking: Free parking available

Additional Information

• RTO Restrictions: Requests for time off must be included at the time of submission.
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off once per two-week pay period.
• Special Skills:

  • Lifting and Transfer
  • Pain Assessment
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Discharge Planning
  • Evaluation and Reassessments

Documentation and Compliance

• Background Check: Required within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked within the past 7 years.
• Health Documents:

  • Physical Exam (within 1 year of start)
  • TB Test or Chest X-Ray
  • Vaccinations (e.g., Tdap, Flu, COVID-19)
• Education Verification: Required for all candidates.

This position offers a comprehensive opportunity for healthcare professionals looking to work in a supportive and well-equipped environment.