Full-Time Home Health Physical Therapist-NE Philadelphia-Days-Penn Medicine at Home

Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Physical Therapist to join our growing Home Care team in the Northeast Philadelphia area. Penn Medicine is renowned for its commitment to innovation, research, and excellence in patient care, and we hope you can be a valuable addition to our team! Our therapists undergo extensive home health care training, an annual competencies review, as well as professional development, a clinical advancement program and lifelong learning on the most cutting-edge clinical procedures. With an in-house education department, we bring dedication to educational preeminence and exceptional quality. Why consider this role? Professional Growth: Opportunity to work within a prestigious healthcare system known for its cutting-edge treatments and compassionate care. Patient-Centered Care: Make a significant impact by providing personalized home care services to patients. Supportive Environment: Collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for excellence in physical therapy. Technology advanced: Work with Penns high technology. Examples include our virtual reality which has treatment effects for restoring motor skills and function of upper extremity for patients with stroke. Another example is our gripable device where patients interact with the gaming system through coordinated grip, wrist, elbow, and shoulder movements. Why choose Penn Medicine? Penn values professionals who want to continue their learning and supports goals with innovation, professional development support, and a team of engaged therapists with a variety of specialties and support. Leadership team and peers work together to provide quality care and meet patient and quality goals. Territories are refined to make sense and limit traveling to provide better efficiency and work/life balance. Longevity and low turnover, many of our therapists have been with us for 10 or more years! Premiere health system that offers employees stability and opportunity to grow with the continual expansion of clinical services. Advanced technology. Summary The Physical Therapist provides skilled therapy to patients in their homes and assumes the responsibility for assessing the physical abilities of patients, restoring maximum function, and maintaining maximum performance of patient's capabilities. This responsibility includes the relief of pain, prevention of further disability or deformity, and assisting the patient in developing or improving his/her physical abilities Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, schedulers, and managers in order to provide optimal patient experience and meet patient needs. Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical therapy treatment to maintain, improve or restores physical functioning, alleviates pain and prevents physical dysfunction in patients. Minimum requirements Bachelor's degree from CAPTE accredited school of physical therapy (MS or Doctorate preferred) Licensed to practice physical therapy in the state of Pennsylvania BLS/CPR as a healthcare provider per the American Heart Association Valid Driver's License Car Insurance We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System