Physical Therapist II Acute Care

Sutter Bay Hospitals

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San Francisco Until 8/22/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted June 18, 2026 Last posted June 18, 2026
Job description

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

Organization:

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Davies

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, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

Sunday

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 deliver rehabilitative care for patients with mobility and pain issues.

Job title

Physical Therapist II Acute Care

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

san francisco, no remote work

Salary

$64k–$89k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

physical therapycertified physical therapistBLScritical thinkingcommunicationpatient assessmentregulatory knowledge

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

rehabilitationpatient mobilitypain managementdisabling conditions
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Francisco, CA, USA

On-site City