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Job Description
Job Description:
UC Title: Therapist, Physical FVR-0
Position Number: 41087949
Reports to: Dir, Rehabilitative Svcs FVR
Working Title: Therapist, Physical FVR-0
Cost Center: Physical Therapy-FVR (422200)
Bargaining Unit: NUHW-RNs & Prof
FLSA: Nonexempt
Date Created: 5/06/2024
Job Code: 008403
Hours: 24
Shift: Days
FTE: 0.6
Position Summary:
Physical Therapists plan and administer physical therapy services upon receipt of medical referrals and perform other related duties as required. Physical Therapists typically work under the California Physical Therapy Practice Act within guidelines prescribed by a licensed physician, podiatrist or dentist. They perform physical therapy evaluations; establish short and long-term treatment goals and individual and/or group treatment programs of varying degrees of complexity; use a variety of physical therapy modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, massage, traction, and hydrotherapy; use a variety of exercise techniques; assist patients in balance and gait training; train and assist patients in the use and application of a wide variety of assistive devices; perform or supplement activities of daily living programs; instruct families in home programs for patients; ensure patients' safety in designated treatment areas; maintain patients' records and charts according to required procedures; supervise technical support personnel who work with patients; explain and/or demonstrate physical therapy procedures to hospital, student and/or community personnel; and may teach specific physical therapy procedures in in-service educational programs.
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our:
Compensation practices (https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php) and
Benefits (https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits).
Required Qualifications:
Minimum Education: Knowledge necessary to obtain Physical Therapist License in the State of California and current California Physical Therapist license. Current American Heart Association Healthcare provider BLS certification. Minimum Experience: One year experience in general acute preferred. Preferred: Preferred Skills and Abilities: Demonstrates ability to work as an interdisciplinary team member. Must be willing to cross train to multiple areas. Demonstrates good working knowledge of Title 22, JCAHO standards and county regulations. Strong communication/people skills. Possess the skills necessary to perform evaluations of patients in ages ranging from pediatric to geriatric.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Legal Right to Work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
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