Inpatient Rehabilitation Physical Therapist

Encompass Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation in Pennsylvania seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist for inpatient rehabilitation to improve functional mobility and independence, providing evidence-based therapy and comprehensive evaluations.

You will plan individualized treatment, lead gait and balance training, therapeutic exercises, and educate patients and families, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in the state.
• Experience in inpatient rehabilitation.
• Strong communication with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Lead gait and balance training and therapeutic exercise.
• Provide ongoing patient and family education.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Therapeutic exercise

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

DPT degree

Tools

Gait training equipment

Manual therapy tools

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. You will provide evidence-based physical therapy to patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, focusing on functional mobility, strength, and independence. Responsibilities include comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment planning, gait and balance training, therapeutic exercise, and ongoing patient and family education. Working in our nurturing, dynamic, and rewarding environment, you’ll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and enjoy strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement.