Physical Therapist PD
Cottage HealthCalifornia, United States • Santa Barbara, California, United States
Posted October 23, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Cottage Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization founded in 1888, offering superior medical services across multiple facilities including Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Cottage Children’s Medical Center, and more. Guided by core values of excellence, integrity, and compassion, the company focuses on providing high-quality care to residents of the Central and South Coast, with a commitment to continuous improvement and community health.
Job Description
Cottage Health is seeking a flexible and creative Pediatric Outpatient Physical Therapist II to provide care to pediatric clients with various needs, including developmental, orthopedic, neurodivergent, and neurological issues. This role focuses on individualized therapy, adapting to a child's preferences, and advocating for patient rights. The position requires expertise in teaching, resourcefulness, and communication.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of Physical Therapy (Master’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree with equivalent experience).
- License applicant for state of California (currently holds out-of-state license) or licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of California, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
- Over one year of experience working with pediatric clients, ranging from ages 1 to 18.
- Knowledge of physical therapy techniques and modalities. Knowledge of body mechanics and electronic medical record charting.
