Acute Physical Therapist

Sutter Bay Hospitals

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Burlingame Until 9/21/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

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

Organization:

MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

Position Overview:

Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Job Description:


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

OR Will also consider approved license applicant or resident training program employee.

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:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

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.

About this role

Summary

Assess, plan, and implement rehabilitation programs to improve patient mobility and reduce pain.

Job title

Acute Physical Therapist

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Burlingame, no remote work allowed

Salary

$6k–$9k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

physical therapypatient assessmentcommunicationregulatory knowledgeclinical supervision

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

rehabilitationmobilitypain managementdisability
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Burlingame, CA, USA

On-site City