Physical Therapist - Acute Care - Allegheny General Hospital

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with physical injuries or diseases. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, creating care plans, and ensuring compliance with documentation standards. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree, state licensure, and current CPR certification. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient care, with opportunities for professional improvement in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• State licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligibility for licensure.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Successful completion of Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with injuries or diseases affecting physical or functional abilities.
• Supervise work performed by support personnel.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

General Overview

Evaluates and treats patients with injuries or diseases resulting in loss of physical or functional abilities; supervises work performed by support personnel; effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families and members of the healthcare team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition and establishes goals and plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard, and, possibly specialized, physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital and regulatory standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement, including committees and educational offerings.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree
• State licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligible.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

• Master’s Degree.
• Current state driver’s license.

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