Outpatient Physical Therapist — Patient-Focused Care & Growth

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Bethlehem Township (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network in Bethlehem Township, PA seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate and manage patients with impairments to maximize function. You will design individualized treatment plans and educate patients to prevent disability.

Responsibilities include collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, maintaining accurate records, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Requires PA or NJ license and outpatient PT experience.

Qualifications

• Doctoral, Master's, or Bachelor's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Current PT license in PA or NJ, based on work location.
• Minimum one year of outpatient physical therapy experience.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial evaluations to identify deficits and develops a plan to improve movement and reduce pain.
• Provide skilled interventions tailored to patient needs using techniques, modalities and equipment.
• Collaborates with patients to create short- and long-term goals.
• Communicates with patients, families and other providers ensuring consent and confidentiality.
• Establishes and updates diagnosis, prognosis and plan of care based on evidence and clinical reasoning.
• Reviews patient records and history including findings and changes.
• Educates patients and family on prognosis and care options.
• Supervises PTAs and students as assigned.
• Participates in quality improvement and continuing education activities.

Education

Doctoral Degree, Masters or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited physical therapy program or physical therapy certificate

Job description

St. Luke’s University Health Network in Bethlehem Township, PA seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate and manage patients with impairments to maximize function. You will design individualized treatment plans and educate patients to prevent disability.

Responsibilities include collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, maintaining accurate records, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Requires PA or NJ license and outpatient PT experience.