Impactful Home Care Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; East Stroudsburg (Monroe County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist for Home Care. The role evaluates and treats patients to restore function and independence, with an individualized plan of care developed in collaboration with patients and families.

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy, PA licensure, and ability to travel to home care assignments. AHA BLS and strong communication skills are expected to ensure compassionate, safe care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy.
• PA state licensure upon hire.
• Ability to travel to home care assignments.
• Strong communication and compassionate patient care.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Knowledge of best practices in physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements physical therapy plans of care to restore function and maximize independence.
• Implements evidence-based therapy techniques, including therapeutic exercises and functional mobility training.
• Communicates patient progress and limitations to supervisor, physician, and team.
• Completes documentation per policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.

Skills

Communication with patients and famil\

Clinical reasoning

Safety-focused patient care

Travel for Home Care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist - PA

Master’s Degree Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist for Home Care. The role evaluates and treats patients to restore function and independence, with an individualized plan of care developed in collaboration with patients and families.

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy, PA licensure, and ability to travel to home care assignments. AHA BLS and strong communication skills are expected to ensure compassionate, safe care.