Acute Care Physical Therapist - Restore Function & Mobility

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned health care organization is looking for an Acute Care Physical Therapist to evaluate and administer treatment programs for patients across various age groups, ensuring recovery and pain relief. The role demands effective collaboration with the team, documentation of patient progress, and supervision of support staff. Preferred qualifications include a current Physical Therapist license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, and a Doctorate Degree is desired. This is a full-time role based in Easton, PA, offering a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Evaluate and treat patients using approved physical therapy practices.
• Document patient progress and evaluations accurately and timely.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient evaluations and establish treatment goals.
• Administer and revise treatment programs based on patient evaluations.
• Provide discharge planning and instruct patients for home care.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Patient evaluation

Administration of therapeutic modalities

Documentation skills

Supervision of assistants

Education

Current Physical Therapist license

Doctorate Degree

Tools

Hot/cold pack

Ultrasound

Electrical stimulation

Job description

A renowned health care organization is looking for an Acute Care Physical Therapist to evaluate and administer treatment programs for patients across various age groups, ensuring recovery and pain relief. The role demands effective collaboration with the team, documentation of patient progress, and supervision of support staff. Preferred qualifications include a current Physical Therapist license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, and a Doctorate Degree is desired. This is a full-time role based in Easton, PA, offering a supportive environment.