Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistThe Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, treatment and discharge planning of all patients referred for their given therapy services. The PT is an integral healthcare provider accountable to assist the patient to progress to their highest level of function. The therapist will uphold the mission, vision, and values of Jefferson Health. Works in conjunction with other health care professions to coordinate treatment plans and care.The Amputation Team is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team as Amputation Rehabilitation Specialists in the outpatient setting. This position is for a fixed, full-time therapist on the Amputation Team who will have a full caseload on outpatient amputation. The position will be supported with supervision and mentorship from our experienced team and will have opportunities for professional development.Essential Functions:Provide therapy evaluations, treatment planning, treatment interventions and discharge planning for a full patient caseload in acute care, skilled facility, acute rehab, outpatient settings as appropriate.Participates in student education for part-time (ICE, OT level I) or full-time students.Participates in orientation and preceptorship of new/rotating staff.Completes education, teaching and professional activities commensurate with position.Plans, organizes and delivers treatment programs that help clients/patients recover and rehabilitate.Utilizes tools and techniques to administer safe therapeutic interventions and trainings, for patient and families.Records and documents clients/patients' health progress information for evaluation, all therapeutic interventions including daily treatments, progress notes, evaluations and discharge summaries.Performs other duties as assigned.Work ShiftWorkday Day (United States of America)Worker Sub TypeRegularPrimary Location Address60 Township Line Road, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaJefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research.Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.