Physical Therapy Assistant II, Sunnyvale

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Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

Join a collaborative rehabilitation team dedicated to helping patients improve mobility, reduce pain, and regain independence. As a Physical Therapist Assistant II, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality physical therapy services by implementing treatment plans, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises and interventions, and supporting them throughout their recovery journey.

Working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist and within state practice guidelines, you may assist in developing treatment plans, monitor and document patient progress, and modify specific treatments within the established plan of care. Your clinical expertise, compassionate approach, and strong communication skills will help foster positive outcomes and create meaningful connections with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams.

In this role, you will uphold the highest standards of patient safety, privacy, and regulatory compliance while contributing to a culture of excellence and patient-centered care. You may also have opportunities to support the professional growth of future clinicians by serving as a clinical instructor for students.

Key Highlights:

Deliver hands-on physical therapy treatments that support patient recovery, mobility, and functional independence.
Assist with treatment planning, ongoing patient assessment, and progress documentation within scope of practice.
Collaborate with physical therapists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Educate and encourage patients throughout their rehabilitation journey.
Maintain compliance with all applicable regulatory, safety, and privacy requirements.
Support clinical education and mentorship through student instruction opportunities.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals while working alongside a supportive and mission-driven team committed to exceptional care.

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:

Other: Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
PTA-Registered Physical Therapist Assistant

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

Department - SCAH: Auto Insurance

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TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
1 year of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Critical thinking and problem solving, decisive judgement and ability to work within scope of practice.

Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

Ability 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:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed, Every Weekend, 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 $43.03 to $60.24 / 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.