Physical Therapist

Concordia Lutheran Ministries; Oakmont (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Concordia Visiting Nurses is seeking Physical Therapists for flexible, full-time or part-time positions in Western Pennsylvania. This role offers great opportunities for personal growth and professional development while providing patient-centered care in home health settings. With competitive wages, education assistance, and a commitment to employee wellness, it's a fulfilling place to advance your career.

Benefits

Education Assistance Programs

Flexible Schedule

Paid Life Insurance Policy

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Referral Program

Seniority/Appreciation Bonuses

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of 6 months acute care or rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments within 24 hours of referral.
• Develop and revise care plans in collaboration with the health team.
• Provide instructions for safe and effective exercise and usage of devices.

Skills

Patient Care

Evaluation Skills

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of a state approved school of physical therapy

Job description

Concordia Visiting Nurses is a Medicare-certified, state licensed, Medicaid approved home health agency operating in nine Western Pennsylvania counties. For well over a decade, Concordia Visiting Nurses has provided high-quality skilled nursing, palliative care, and a variety of therapy services to our patients. Our goal is to deliver quality home health services, in good faith, to those who entrust themselves to our care and to minister to the unique needs of each individual with respect, dignity, and compassion. We strive to hire excellent people at Concordia - and keep them as well!

Concordia Visiting Nurses is seeking Physical Therapists for full-time or part-time positions which will cover parts of our service areas in and around Route 28. We are also hiring Physical Therapists in Butler, Apollo, Parker and Monroeville allowing you to work close to your home.

Your patients, your schedule. Let us prove it! Typical hours are Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm but we are open to other possibilities. Let us know what type of schedule you are seeking. Some weekends are required. Contact us today!

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY for the PHYSICAL THERAPIST PT POSITION?

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Education Assistance Programs (Tuition Reimbursement/Fully-Paid Tuition - your choice!)
• Flexible Schedule
• Unparalleled Investment in Employees
• 1 on 1 patient care

The Physical Therapist is a licensed professional (LPT) responsible for evaluating, planning and implementing physical therapy service to patients in their home or current residence as prescribed by the attending physician. The therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE PHYSICAL THERAPIST PT POSITION:

• Graduate of a state approved school of physical therapy accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association
• Minimum of 6 months acute care or rehabilitation center experience. Outpatient therapy experience may be considered if practice included medical/surgical patients
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Reliable, independent means of transportation to make home visits. Drivers must have a valid driver’s license and drive vehicle with insurance limits as established in personnel policies

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES for the Physical Therapist PT:

• Performs the initial start of care assessment for patients admitted for therapy only within 24 hours of receiving the referral
• Performs a comprehensive evaluation of patients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests
• Develops the plan of care cooperatively with the physician, patient/family and other team members with revisions based on the patient’s condition
• Instructs patients, families and other health care team members in the total physical therapy program including, but not limited to the home exercise program, the proper and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices and safe transfer activities
• Supervises the assigned home health aide every 14 days when the physical therapist is the coordinating health professional
• Services as the primary agency provider by admitting the patient to service and coordinating care when the physician requests therapy as the sole primary service. The admission, carried out after adequate orientation, is comprehensive in nature and follows assessment guidelines
• Plans with the patient, family and other team members for the patient’s discharge from service
• Completes all appropriate OASIS assessments and documentation as assigned

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Life Insurance Policy

Direct Deposit

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Vacation/PTO

Paid Holidays

Competitive Wages

Referral Program

Seniority/Appreciation Bonuses

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

EOE

Benefits and Wages may vary based on location.

Minimum hours worked per week/status may be required for certain benefit eligibility.