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Orthopedics Physical Therapist, Palo Alto

Sutter Health · Palo Alto, CA, US

Spotted 2d ago

Job details

Pay
$132,662 – $185,702 a year
Level
Mid level
Experience
3+ years
Posted
Nov 3, 2026
Last confirmed open
Nov 4, 2026
Job description

About this role

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

Organization

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PADPosition Overview:

Take your orthopedic physical therapy career to the next level in a role where your clinical expertise can make a meaningful difference for patients recovering from orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal conditions.

We are looking for a skilled Physical Therapist with a passion for orthopedic rehabilitation and delivering individualized, evidence-based care. OCS certification is highly preferred, although we are also excited to consider candidates who have completed an orthopedic residency program.

Ideally, you will bring 3–5 years of orthopedic PT experience and a strong foundation in musculoskeletal assessment, treatment planning, patient education, and functional recovery.

In this role, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized plans of care, monitor progress, and use your clinical expertise to help patients reduce pain, regain strength and mobility, and return to the activities they value.

You will work collaboratively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals while also providing supervision and mentorship to assistants, aides, and students as appropriate.Job Description:

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

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

DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

Department: Home Health, DL-Valid Drivers License

Department: Home Health, AUTO-Automobile Insurance

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

DaysSchedule:

Full TimeDays of the Week:

Monday - Friday, VariableWeekend Requirements:

SaturdayBenefits:

YesUnions:

NoPosition Status:

ExemptWeekly Hours:

40Employee Status:

Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $132,662.40 to $185,702.40 / annual salary The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location.

Candidate starting salaries consider 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.

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