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Relief Physical Therapist

Stanford Medicine Children's Health·Palo Alto, California

$56 - $68/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Provide developmental care to medically complex infants in nurseries and adolescents in the Comprehensive Care Program. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, implementing therapy plans, and coordinating discharge planning with families and healthcare teams.

Company DescriptionAt Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, we know world-renowned care begins with world-class caring.

That's why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family-centered care.

It's why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state-of-the-art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford.

And it's why we need caring, committed people on our team - like you.

Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.

Job ID

P142711-2571Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThis Relief Physical Therapist position will provide essential developmental care to medically complex infants and families in various nurseries within Stanford Medicine Children’s Heath, and also provide care to adolescents with the Comprehensive Care Program for LPCH. This role offers diverse opportunities to work with patients across various ages in the pediatric acute care setting. We seek candidates with expertise in evaluating and treating infants in the NICU, along with a strong background in pediatric acute care.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThe essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

Performs patient care tasks with medically complicated patient populations. Determines rehab prognosis and implements the clinically indicated therapy plan of care. Determines the therapy diagnosis to address impairments and functional movement limitations. Selects and administers appropriate assessment and treatment techniques during all phases of the rehabilitation process.

Evaluates, recommends, and trains on the use of durable medical equipment. May fabricate devices as clinically indicated. Discharges patients from treatment as clinically indicated, with adequate discharge planning including equipment procurement and patient/family training. Communicates discharge plan appropriately to patient, family, and health care team.

Identifies needs for equipment repair or upgrade to maintain quality of care. Makes recommendations for selection and purchase of specific equipment and supplies.

Initiates and participates in interdisciplinary care planning to meet the needs of each patient and family, including participation in rounds and patient care conferences and communicating with and instructing other care providers. May contact community agencies as necessary to provide continuity of service between hospital and community.

Ensures documentation and billing are timely, accurate and complete, including evaluation, assessment, treatment precautions, plan of care, progress notes, discharge summaries, and charges.

Provides direct patient care that meets department and professional standards of practice, during patient assessment, development of physical therapy care plan, patient treatment, family/caregiver training, and discharge planning. Informs supervisor if problems arise related to the delivery of patient care or caseload volume.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAny combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.Education: Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement.Experience:

None

RequiredLicense/Certification:RQI Healthcare Provider Basic Life SupportorBasic Life Support by American Heart Association (AHA)Physical Therapist by California Physical Therapy BoardKNOWLEDGEThese are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Sound clinical reasoning skills consistent with standards of care and professional practice standards; demonstrates good safety awareness, judgment and problem analysis and resolution.

Knowledge of legal issues affecting the clinical practice.

Knowledge of regulatory practice requirements.

Knowledge of available equipment and vendors used in assigned area.

Ability to work well and build relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Knowledge of evaluation and treatment methodologies as applied to complex patient care; demonstrates self-directed learning skills to remain current with evidence-based practice

Ability to manage clinical caseload

Ability to provide appropriate care and progress treatment based on professional standards of practice, and on the needs of the specific individual, including age and developmental considerations, cultural and psychosocial issues, precautions and medical condition.

Knowledge and adherence to Code of Ethics and performance standards specific to the clinician's professional organization.

Knowledge of business aspects of position, such as utilization management, charging practices and regulatory compliance.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Additional InformationPay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to

Midpoint

Range (Hourly): $55.50 to $68.38Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Employee Referral Amount

  • Not
  • Applicable
  • Employee
  • Group:
  • NE -
  • Non-Exempt/Non-Represented
  • Fixed
  • Term
  • Employment
  • Duration:
  • None
  • Job
  • Family:
  • LP
  • Rehabilitation
  • Department:
  • IP
  • Therapy -
  • Physical
  • Remote
  • Eligible:
  • No
  • Benefits
  • Eligible:
  • No
  • Scheduled
  • Weekly
  • Hours: 0
  • Work
  • Shift: Day - 08 Hour

Requirements

Requires a valid Physical Therapist license from the California Physical Therapy Board and BLS certification. Candidates should have expertise in treating infants in the NICU and a strong background in pediatric acute care.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Documentation
  • Rehabilitation Planning
  • Clinical Reasoning
  • Family Training
  • Interdisciplinary Care Planning
  • Developmental Care
  • Pediatric Acute Care
  • Durable Medical Equipment Training
  • NICU Evaluation

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$56 - $68/hr
Location
Palo Alto, California
Posted
May 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Stanford Medicine Children’s Health, with Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford at its center, is the Bay Area's largest health care system—and one of the few in the country—exclusively dedicated to pediatric and obstetric care. Our physicians and health care teams offer...

Salary listed on 81 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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