Per Diem PT: Mentorship & Tuition Reimbursement

Edenbrook Appleton; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

EDEN EAST on the East Coast is seeking a dedicated PRN Physical Therapist to develop and implement individualized therapy programs for patients in a skilled nursing environment. The role involves promoting independence, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, and delivering evidence-based care.

The ideal candidate holds a DPT or MPT, maintains an active Pennsylvania PT license, and has experience in skilled nursing or rehabilitation settings.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s in Physical Therapy (MPT) from an accredited program.
• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapy (PT) license in good standing.
• Experience in skilled nursing, home health, or rehabilitation settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized therapy programs to restore, reinforce, and enhance patient performance.
• Identify the need for and make referrals to other healthcare disciplines as necessary to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.
• Instruct, educate, and train patients and caregivers in skills and functions essential for promoting patient independence, improving quality of life, and diminishing or correcting pathology.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, provisional licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
• Develop personalized care plans using a variety of treatment techniques.
• Create fitness and wellness programs tailored to the specific needs of patients.
• Provide quality, personalized, and evidence-based care using proven interventions.
• Motivate patients during treatment to help them function optimally and reach their rehabilitation goals.
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyles by improving their strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
• Continuously evaluate patient progress, monitor outcomes, and communicate updates effectively with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Active PA PT license

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s in Physical Therapy (MPT)

Job description

EDEN EAST on the East Coast is seeking a dedicated PRN Physical Therapist to develop and implement individualized therapy programs for patients in a skilled nursing environment. The role involves promoting independence, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, and delivering evidence-based care.

The ideal candidate holds a DPT or MPT, maintains an active Pennsylvania PT license, and has experience in skilled nursing or rehabilitation settings.