PHYSICAL THERAPIST - FLOAT

Physical Therapist - Float

A Physical Therapist provides services to patients who have impairments, functional limitations, or changes in physical function from injury, disease, or other causes. A Physical Therapist performs evaluations and establishes plans of care for patients based upon age specific considerations and patient/family goals in various treatment arenas. The physical therapist continually assesses the treatment program and patient's discharge planning needs, recommending changes to the program as appropriate. Supervises physical therapist assistants or rehab techs as assigned, participates actively in work process and program development to enhance the work environment, and participates in other duties as assigned. Utilizes time efficiently and effectively. Adheres to scheduling and productivity guidelines. Staff schedules require flexibility as they are dependent on patient care needs, which may include weekend and evening hours as necessary, to meet demand in their primary area or the needs across the system. Promotes and attend community outreach events as necessary.

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy or higher level of education.

Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of functional area.

Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Strong time management and ability to work independently and in a team setting; creativity in treatment in various settings; ability to transition smoothly between various treatment settings; flexibility in scheduling.

Demonstrate understanding of current billing requirements and adherence to payor guidelines as applicable.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.

Act 33 with renewal

Act 34 with renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance

Current license as a Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania or eligible for licensure in State of Pennsylvania

Graduate Therapist is expected to sit for the licensure exam at the soonest availability, not to exceed six (6) months following date of hire.

Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.)

Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.