Sierra Tucson·Tucson, Arizona
Assess and treat patients to improve mobility and manage pain through individualized rehabilitation plans and therapeutic exercises. Educate patients and families on recovery processes while conducting individual or group therapy sessions.
Overview Sierra Tucson, a world renowned residential treatment center, is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to work at our beautiful campus, located at 39580 S Lago del Oro Parkway, Tucson AZ. PURPOSE STATEMENT: Treat injured or ill patients to improve movement and manage pain by providing services of rehabilitation, treatment and prevention.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assess, plan, organize and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. Diagnose patient functions and movements by observing them stand or walk and by listening to their concerns, among other methods and develop individualized plans of care for patient, outlining the patient goals and the expected outcomes of the plans. Use exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy and equipment to ease patient pain, help increase mobility, prevent further pain or injury and facilitate health and wellness. Evaluate and record patient progress, modifying a plan of care and trying new treatments as needed. Educate patient and their family about what to expect from the recovery process and how best to cope with challenges throughout the process. Provide quality, personalized interventions. Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally. Complete discharge planning including designing home follow up programs when appropriate. May conduct individualized or group therapy sessions, such as Hydrotherapy or Therapeutic Movement Group sessions. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Physical Therapy or Doctor of Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university, as required by state and acceptable for licensure. One or more years’ experience working with population of the facility preferred. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Current active professional license, or eligible for endorsement by the state in which the facility provides services. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. STU01 #LI-ST
Requires a Master's or Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited institution and a current active professional license. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certifications are required, with a preference for experience working with the facility's specific population.
Market context
In Arizona, allied health roles often see steady demand in outpatient and rehab settings, especially for candidates with hands-on patient care experience. This role may be competitive because employers often look for outpatient physical therapy experience, current CPR and First Aid, and a reliable work history. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your certifications and outpatient background before applying.
