Lymphedema Physical Therapist

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off, tuition assistance,

Tower Advance Pay access

Employee Assistance Program, Retirem.

Health benefits start first of month

Job summary

Reading Hospital in Mohnton, PA, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan and implement treatment programs for referred patients in our outpatient gateway office.

You will supervise assistants and students, support all Rehabilitation Continuum programs, and maintain collaborative relationships with hospital leadership, physicians, nurses and other health professionals. Reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required; combination of education & experience may be considered.
• PA Physical Therapy License or Temp Licensure considered.
• BLS Certification required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of physical therapy.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum.
• Maintains working relationships with hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.
• Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

MS Office

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent experience

PA Physical Therapy License

BLS Certification

Job description

• This role is located in our Outpatient office at Gateway (1020 Grings Hill Rd., Mohnton, PA 19608).

Job Summary

• This role is located in our Outpatient office at Gateway (1020 Grings Hill Rd., Mohnton, PA 19608).

The Physical Therapist

• Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of physical therapy.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum.
• Maintains working relationships with: Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.
• Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist.

Benefits

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!
• Health benefits start first of the month following start date!

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree

Certification and Licensure

• PA Physical Therapy License
• PA Physical Therapy Temp Licensure will be considered
• BLS Certification

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.