This is an inpatient position within Hyde Hospital Rehabilitation Services department.
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The Staff Physical Therapist (Physical Therapist 2) reports to the Clinical Supervisor and provides both direct
and indirect patient care services. The Staff Physical Therapist works primarily with adult and geriatric
patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. The Staff Physical Therapist with specific
pediatric competencies and clinical experience may also work with infants, children and/or adolescents.
Under general direction and upon receipt of licensed approved provider written referrals, the Staff Physical
Therapist plans and administers a full range of physical therapy services for patients with a variety of
physical and cognitive impairments and disabilities. Services include patient evaluations using physical
therapy tests and measurements, the establishment of therapeutic intervention goals and the development of
therapeutic intervention programs, and the implementation of therapeutic intervention plans utilizing physical
therapy interventions, modalities, and procedures. The Staff Physical Therapist demonstrates practice
competence managing patients of varying clinical acuity and complexity. The Staff Physical Therapist may
seek mentoring for novel clinical presentations or areas of specialty practice for which the Staff Physical
Therapist is not experienced or certified.
The Staff Physical Therapist maintains all applicable patient records related to the delivery of patient care
services, is organized in work habits, and demonstrates effective time management skills. While performing
job duties, the Staff Physical Therapist may also supervise Physical Therapy Students and Physical Therapy
Residents, in addition to Physical Therapist Assistants and Rehabilitation Aides. The Staff Physical Therapist
participates in regular professional and clinical development activities, completing 40 hours or more per year.
As a member of the clinical care team, the Staff Physical Therapist also participates in and may lead
compliance, quality, safety, and process improvement initiatives in the department, local care setting, and
organization.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California 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, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
o If graduated 15 or more years ago, a bachelor's degree
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
of California.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Identify the functions or tasks that employees in the job perform. The essential functions should state the purpose of the work and the results to be accomplished, rather than how the function is performed. Of the tasks listed, what percentage of time is devoted to each? The more time employees spend on a function, the more likely it is that the function is essential. Generally, include those functions that account for 10% or more of the work, i.e., key items that contribute significantly to the achievement of the job. The functions should add up to 100%.
%
of
time
Essential
Function
(Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
75% YES Direct and Indirect Patient Care
for patients of varying clinical complexity, across levels of acuity.
functional and developmental tests to determine a patient's functional
impairments.
evaluation and in consultation with the referring provider and caregiver/family.
established goals. Makes appropriate changes in therapeutic interventions based
on the patient's progress and performance.
techniques and methods within scope of practice and level of competence,
appropriate to the patient's goals and plan of care.
can be legally and appropriately done by support staff.
Completes all aspects of discharge planning as appropriate.
Prepares and maintains accurate and timely patient care records as required by
policy and payer requirements, including services rendered, progress notes,
discharge notes, charges for services provided, and third-party payer reports (eg
CCS, Medi-Cal)
department staff, managers, and other clinical personnel.
indicated.
Demonstrates effective time management and organization skills.
Performs any other duties related to patient care, as required.
15% YES Departmental Responsibilities
schedule sign up) in a timely manner.
requirements including changes in availability/status, conformance with licensure
and AHA BLS certification renewal, and completion of UC required learning.
safety, and process improvement activities.
Performs any other duties, as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.
Represents the department as a professional.
10% YES Educational Responsibilities
Participates in staff inservice education programs, staff and area team meetings.
Participates in orientation and training of new staff; may serve as a clinical mentor
for colleagues seeking to advance their skills and competence.
community.
instruction of affiliating short- and long-term Physical Therapy students.
nursing, medical, occupational therapy students).
development, completing 40 hours or more, annually.
100% (To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g.,
15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The
total sum should add up to 100%.)
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Identify the functions or tasks that employees in the job perform. The essential functions should state the purpose of the work and the results to be accomplished, rather than how the function is performed. Of the tasks listed, what percentage of time is devoted to each? The more time employees spend on a function, the more likely it is that the function is essential. Generally, include those functions that account for 10% or more of the work, i.e., key items that contribute significantly to the achievement of the job. The functions should add up to 100%.
%
of
time
Essential
Function
(Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
75% YES Direct and Indirect Patient Care
for patients of varying clinical complexity, across levels of acuity.
functional and developmental tests to determine a patient's functional
impairments.
evaluation and in consultation with the referring provider and caregiver/family.
established goals. Makes appropriate changes in therapeutic interventions based
on the patient's progress and performance.
techniques and methods within scope of practice and level of competence,
appropriate to the patient's goals and plan of care.
can be legally and appropriately done by support staff.
Completes all aspects of discharge planning as appropriate.
Prepares and maintains accurate and timely patient care records as required by
policy and payer requirements, including services rendered, progress notes,
discharge notes, charges for services provided, and third-party payer reports (eg
CCS, Medi-Cal)
department staff, managers, and other clinical personnel.
indicated.
Demonstrates effective time management and organization skills.
Performs any other duties related to patient care, as required.
15% YES Departmental Responsibilities
schedule sign up) in a timely manner.
requirements including changes in availability/status, conformance with licensure
and AHA BLS certification renewal, and completion of UC required learning.
safety, and process improvement activities.
Performs any other duties, as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.
Represents the department as a professional.
10% YES Educational Responsibilities
Participates in staff inservice education programs, staff and area team meetings.
Participates in orientation and training of new staff; may serve as a clinical mentor
for colleagues seeking to advance their skills and competence.
community.
instruction of affiliating short- and long-term Physical Therapy students.
nursing, medical, occupational therapy students).
development, completing 40 hours or more, annually.
100% (To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g.,
15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The
total sum should add up to 100%.)