Career Opportunities

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Physical Therapist assesses patient needs, develops a variety of short and long-term treatment goals, and plans and implements the appropriate treatment program utilizing a variety of professional procedures. The incumbent evaluates and treats all patients referred to physical therapy with appropriate PT modalities and procedures.

• Maintain clinical chart records and coding as per Student Health Center policy on the electronic health record. 
• Provide reports and consultation summaries to referring Providers.
• Supervise PT students as they engage in supervised externships at the Student Health Center.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Graduate of a professional physical therapy degree program of an accredited postsecondary institution or other institutions or programs approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Equivalent to three to four years of progressively responsible professional physical therapy experience, including at least one year in a lead capacity with some responsibility for program administration, as well as additional experience related to orthopedics, sports medicine and rehabilitation.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of: the theories, principles and methods of physical therapy; physical effects resulting from various types of physical therapy treatments; skeletal anatomy and the basic pathology involved in diseases or injuries resulting in physical and mental disorders; operation of various therapeutic devices and machines; and state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of physical therapy and patient confidentiality.
• General knowledge of the construction and use of therapeutic appliances and equipment suitable for home use and injuries encountered in athletic programs.
• Ability to: effective administer various types of physical therapy; teach patients the fundamentals of self-care and other suitable activities; interpret physical therapy treatments and teach others the treatments which must be continued at home; use applicable automated systems to maintain records and prepare reports and case histories.
• Ability to: analyze situations accurately and promptly seek emergency support when needed; maintain patient confidentiality as required under applicable state and federal laws and regulations; maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff and be sensitive to and communicate effectively with diverse patients.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Classification: Physical Therapist II / 7981 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $30.94 - $49.55 per hour, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $30.94 - $59.71 per hour.
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.
• The individual hired for this role will provide in-clinic services only and physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position. 

General Information

• Applications received through October 27, 2024  will be considered in the initial review and the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU. The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint clearance (LiveScan).
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.