Physical Therapist / Casual - Acute Care

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Allegheny General Hospital, part of Allegheny Health Network, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients and supervise support staff. This role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and health care teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Required are a Bachelor's degree and state licensure as a Physical Therapist (or eligibility).

A Master’s degree is preferred. Additional requirements include CPR and background clearances, plus a valid driver’s license.

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• State licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligible required.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluates and treats patients with injuries or diseases affecting physical abilities.
• Supervises support personnel and communicates with patients, families and healthcare team.
• Completes documentation to comply with standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for improvement.

Educación

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

This position is located at Allegheny General Hospital.

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.

Company

Allegheny Health Network

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree
• State licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligible.

Preferred

• Master’s Degree

Additional Employment Requirements

• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Current state driver’s license.

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