Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM No weekends • No holidays • No on-call

Are you passionate about helping patients regain function and improve their quality of life? Join our rehabilitation team as a Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact through patient-centered care. We welcome new graduates and are willing to train the right candidate for our team!

Why Join Our Team?

• Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive pay based on years of applicable experience
• Comprehensive retirement benefits, including a retirement savings plan and employer-sponsored pension
• Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Continuing education opportunities throughout the year, including a paid MedBridge membership
• Up to 5.5 weeks of PTO annually, plus 7 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs that can earn additional PTO
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year for employees and eligible dependents
• Specialty programs and career development opportunities

About the Role

As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based therapy interventions, monitor progress, and educate patients and families to help achieve optimal outcomes. You will work with a diverse patient population, helping individuals improve mobility, strength, balance, function, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and treatments
• Develop and adjust individualized care plans based on patient progress
• Document patient care, treatment outcomes, and discharge planning
• Communicate patient status with physicians and the healthcare team
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants
• Provide home exercise programs and patient/family education
• Rotate through treatment areas as needed
• Participate in staff meetings, continuing education, and professional development
• May serve as a clinical instructor for PT students and residents

Graduate of an accredited program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service. Outpatient experience, preferred. Training/experience in treating conditions related to the spine as well as an understanding of treating conditions related to connective tissue disorder/hypermobility, preferred. Advanced training or certification in manual therapy, preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Active license in practicing state required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Physical Therapist (PT).

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran