Physical Therapist Temp
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Job Description
*This is a PartTime Temporary hourly intermittent position with the possibility of extension*
Job Summary
Within one of the nations most transformative universities SJSUs Student Wellness Center (SWC) fosters student opportunity in a revolutionary way by preparing students to maintain lifelong health and wellbeing. The Student Wellness Center provides a variety of health counseling and wellbeing services to SJSU students. Reporting to the Director of Health Services the Physical Therapist treats biomechanical muscularskeletal dysfunctions of patients referred by SWC health providers. The Physical Therapist will assess patient needs upon referral develop a variety of short and longterm treatment goals and plan and implement the appropriate treatment program utilizing a variety of professional physical therapy procedures. Working collaboratively to support student success is the bottom line purpose of this and all Student Wellness Center positions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform initial evaluation and assessment of patients referred for physical therapy
- Administer standard diagnostic and prognostic examination of muscle nerve joint and functional ability
- Plan treatment objectives according to results of evaluation
- Implement treatment programs using the full range of various physical therapy techniques and standards within scope of practice
- Promptly complete thorough patient electronic records which include visit notes phone calls messages and treatment plan(s)
- Administer active passive and resistive therapeutic exercises local or general massage muscle training and reeducation corrective exercises and neuromuscular coordination
- Design and construct specialized testing and treatment equipment
- Maintain inventory and care for equipment and treatment space
- Notify the Director about physical therapy budget needs and requisitions required for maintenance of inventory and equipment as appropriate
- Ensure completeness accuracy and timeliness of all operational functions related to Physical Therapy
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and methods of physical therapy including operation of therapeutic devices machines and equipment used for physical therapy treatments
- Thorough knowledge of the physical effects resulting from various types of physical therapy treatments skeletal anatomy and the basic pathology involved in diseases or injuries including injuries encountered in athletics
- Ability to develop a treatment program and administer various types of physical therapy treatments
- Ability to develop new treatments or modify treatments to meet the needs of patients
- Ability to evaluate and test procedures
- Ability to interpret physical therapy treatments and teach patients the fundamentals of selfcare and other suitable activities including treatments which must be continued at home
- Ability to plan and integrate departmental activities with other Wellness Center activities.
- Ability to compile maintain review and evaluate reports and case histories
- Ability to analyze situations accurately and take prompt emergency action including seeking emergency support as applicable.
- Ability to develop manuals and procedural instructions for the physical therapy department
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.
- Ability to handle multiple work priorities organize and plan work and projects
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with employees and external agencies
- Effective communication across a variety of venues
- Must possess excellent customer services and public relations skills
Required 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Possess and maintain basic life support (BLS) certification in CPR/AED
- Experience providing physical therapy within a college environment
- At least three 3 years of progressively responsible professional physical therapy experience
- At least three 3 years of specialized experience related to orthopedics sports medicine and rehabilitation
Compensation
Classification: Physical Therapist I
Anticipated Hiring Range: $50.50/hour $52.50/hour
CSU Salary Range: $27.36/hour $52.81/hour
San Jos State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 3035 of your base salary. For more information on programs available please see the Employee Benefits Summary.
Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
- Registered Physical Therapist License
All applicants must apply within the specified application period: March 28 2025 through April 13 2025. This position is open until filled; however applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.
Work Schedule
Ideal candidate will work 16 to 20 hours per week during academic semesters.
Contact Information
CSU Vaccination Policy
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Additional Information
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.
The standard background check includes: criminal check employment and education verification. Depending on the position a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the universitys thirdparty vendor Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.
SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1B VISAS)
All San Jos State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Officeor report any discrimination harassment and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.
Pursuant to Senate Bill 24 (Leyva) College Student Right to Access Act services provided by CSU Student Wellness Centers include but are not limited to primary medical care counseling and psychological services health promotion/prevention sexual health education and support (including the provision of medication abortion services) and other coordinated care services (including genderaffirming care). It is expected that all CSU SWC employees will engage in the administration of these services as applicable to their position scope of practice and license.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at ASR contains the current security and safetyrelated policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and Sexual prevention information and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San Jos State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone ator by email at.
Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU oncampus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone ator by email at.
Campus Security Authority In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.
Equal Employment Statement
San Jos State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age ancestry caste color disability ethnicity gender gender expression gender identity genetic information marital status medical condition military status nationality race religion religious creed sex sexual orientation sex stereotype and veteran status. This policy applies to all San Jos State University students faculty and staff as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and certain other federal and state laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who selfdisclose. San Jos State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Employment Type
Full-Time
