Physical Therapist II, Berkeley, Oakland

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

ABSMC-Alta Bates Summit Med Center

Position Overview:

Join a collaborative and patient-centered team dedicated to helping individuals regain mobility, reduce pain, and achieve their highest level of function. As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate, develop, and implement personalized treatment plans for patients recovering from injury, illness, or other physical conditions. Through clinical expertise, compassionate care, and strong communication, you will build trusting relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support optimal outcomes.

In this role, you will provide evidence-based rehabilitative services designed to improve strength, mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. You will monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and ensure care is delivered in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will play an important role in mentoring and developing future rehabilitation professionals by providing clinical supervision to physical therapist assistants and aides, as well as serving as a clinical instructor for students.

If you are passionate about helping patients reach their goals and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact every day.

Job Description:

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

OR graduate of an accredited physical therapy program that can be demonstrated with a valid PT license


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
PT-Physical Therapist

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
2 years of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.

Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.

Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.

Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.

Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.

Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Friday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

Saturday

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $63.78 to $89.28 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.