Physical Therapist II - Outpatient Pediatrics

Job Description - Physical Therapist II - Outpatient Pediatrics (MIL005008)

Job Description

Physical Therapist II - Outpatient Pediatrics - (MIL005008)

Description

Title: Physical Therapist II

Location: Miller Children's Hospital @ Long Beach Memorial Medical Center

Department: Rehab Outpatient Therapies

Status: Full Time

Shift: Days (8hr)

Pay Range*: $52.43/hr. - $76.01/hr.

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups - consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare''s recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Physical Therapist II conducts patient assessments, participates in the development of the plan of care, implements treatment, and provides care according to patient specific age and/or developmental needs. Demonstrates flexibility and good communication skills and collaborates with other health care team members in the delivery of care.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Independently conducts assessments and provides treatment to patients of moderate complexity. Communicates with developmental, social, and cultural sensitivity. Provides supervision to assigned (non CCS paneled) staff. Mentors Level I Physical Therapists and assists in providing orientation and training to new staff members.

• Completes thorough, accurate, and timely documentation of care provided.

• Manages time effectively and balances direct patient care requirements with other departmental expectations. Maintains productivity standards and manages resources in a cost effective manner.

• Communicates with team members, colleagues, patients, and families in a professional and positive manner, embodying Memorial Care values in daily interactions with others. Demonstrates clear and concise communication and is respectful and supportive of other team members. Participates in case conferences and team rounds as appropriate to case load and assignment. Works collaboratively with patients, families, healthcare team, and community agencies to provide education, resources, and referrals. Communicates with community agencies to facilitate continuity of care and carryover of skills at discharge.

• Sets goals for continued professional growth. Participates in formal and informal education to improve clinical skills and meet best practice standards. Completes core competencies relative to work area/population and participates in verification of competencies for Level I physical therapists. Holds oneself accountable for meeting all job responsibilities, delegating to other team members, as necessary, to provide safe, quality patient care. Identifies and reports problems or conflict using an appropriate chain of command. Appropriately involved in student program.

• Demonstrates behaviors that support performance improvement activities through direct patient care and/or via participation in a workgroup/project/program in the department or relevant unit/area as appropriate.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• One year experience as a licensed Physical Therapist. Experience in pediatrics in a hospital setting preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Licensure by the California Board of Physical Therapy. CCS paneled or working to fulfill requirements.

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Provider certification.

• Recommended: Membership with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Primary Location

: United States-California-Long Beach

Job

: Therapist-Occuptl, Phys,Speech

Organization

: Miller Children''s Hospital

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Level

: Staff

Job Posting

: May 26, 2026, 12:30:00 PM

Work Schedule: 8/40 work shift hours

Shift

: Day Job

Scheduled Shift Start Time: 0800 - Scheduled Shift End Time: 1630

Department Name: Rehab Outpatient Therapies