Dynamic Physical Therapist: Hands-on Patient Care & Mentorship

UPMC; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist to assume responsibility for comprehensive patient care within the physical therapy department. You will assess, plan, implement and monitor therapy for patients across the lifespan, coordinating with physicians and the care team.

The role requires an active PT license, graduation from an APTA-approved program, and CPR/BLS certification. You will contribute to documentation, discharge planning, and education for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-approved program with active PT license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Active license in practicing state required. CPR/CPR based on AHA standards within 30 days of hire.
• Experience supervising PT assistants and coordinating care.

Responsibilities

• Communicates patient status to the referring physician and health care team.
• Performs PT assessment, plan of care and treatment across pediatric to geriatric patients.
• Supervises PT assistants; modifies plan of care based on patient response.
• Maintains comprehensive documentation and discharge planning as per standards.
• Schedules patients to meet productivity standards while delivering quality care.

Skills

Clinical instruction

Interdisciplinary communication

Patient education

Treatment planning

Team collaboration

Education

APTA-approved PT program

Active PT license

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist to assume responsibility for comprehensive patient care within the physical therapy department. You will assess, plan, implement and monitor therapy for patients across the lifespan, coordinating with physicians and the care team.

The role requires an active PT license, graduation from an APTA-approved program, and CPR/BLS certification. You will contribute to documentation, discharge planning, and education for patients and families.