Physical Therapist - Full-time
Posted: 4 days ago
Job Description
Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital In Partnership with Select MedicalPhysical TherapistFull-timeCompensation Based on years of experienceMake A Difference at Penn State Health Rehabilitation HospitalCulture Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to staff engagement, collaboration, and innovation. We support a dynamic interdisciplinary team with a focus on inclusion and patient success. The Therapy and nursing teams are close partners and support each other to increase patient outcomes. Our setting is designed to give each patient your full attention, with time to truly make a difference.State of the art technology Specialized equipment such as a functional ADL suite, as well as the upper extremity systems.Invest In Your Future Full-time team members are eligible for student loan assistance after their first 90 days of tenure and free CEUs through Select University.Why work for Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital? We are committed to your growth and success!Clinical Ladder Program (varies per location)Tuition ReimbursementExtensive and thorough orientation programTeam oriented environmentHealth, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coveragePaid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)A 401(k) retirement plan with company matchShort and Long Term DisabilityPersonal and Family Medical LeavePerforming initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment.Promoting continuous quality improvement.Teaching and counseling patients/families.Setting goals and developing treatment plans.Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs.Participating in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment.Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as supervising PT and PTA students.Conducting individual patient therapy regimens.Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions, as needed.Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.Minimum QualificationsState Licensure Hold a current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT)Certified BLS Possess Certified BLS or obtain it within 90 days of employment.
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