Per Diem Acute Rehab PT - Weekend-Driven Care

CO39 St. Lukes Hospital; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapist for Acute Rehab Centers at the Bethlehem and Sacred Heart campuses.

The role requires evaluating and treating patients across pediatric to geriatric ages, with weekend scheduling at least one day every four weeks and weekday availability. Responsibilities include detailed evaluations, setting goals, administering therapies, and supervising staff and students as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist license in PA or NJ, based on work location.
• Doctorate Degree preferred.
• Current CPR certification; required affiliations/CEUs to maintain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents initial patient evaluations thoroughly and accurately.
• Establishes realistic short-term and long-term goals for patients.
• Implements and revises progressive treatment programs based on evaluations.
• Administers modalities and programs (hot/cold packs, ultrasound, massage, electrical stimulation, whirlpool, wound care).
• Fits and trains on assistive, prosthetic and orthotic devices; oversees home programs.
• Documents progress notes, discharge summaries, and coordinates with the care team.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Education

Current Physical Therapist license in PA or NJ

Doctorate Degree preferred

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapist for Acute Rehab Centers at the Bethlehem and Sacred Heart campuses.

The role requires evaluating and treating patients across pediatric to geriatric ages, with weekend scheduling at least one day every four weeks and weekday availability. Responsibilities include detailed evaluations, setting goals, administering therapies, and supervising staff and students as assigned.