Physical Therapist Clinical Resident

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health network as a Physical Therapist Clinical Resident, where you will enhance your clinical skills and knowledge in a supportive environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists while pursuing board certification. You will engage in direct patient care and participate in educational and research activities, ultimately contributing to the quality of care provided to the community. With a commitment to professional development and excellence in patient outcomes, this position is perfect for those passionate about advancing their careers in physical therapy.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania upon hire.
• Strong clinical knowledge and skills in physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate patients' physical therapy needs.
• Develop treatment plans to maximize patient function.
• Assist with orientation of new staff and supervision of students.

Skills

Clinical Evaluation

Patient Care

Physical Therapy Diagnosis

Treatment Planning

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

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Physical Therapist Clinical Resident

Apply locations Allentown, PA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR119817

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary
The PT Clinical Resident is a therapist who is a licensed clinician, who has strong clinical knowledge and skills and is pursuing specialization in the field of physical therapy with the expectation of the achievement of board certification. The resident will acquire advanced evidence-based clinical knowledge and clinical skills while working with clinical specialist physical therapists and advanced practitioners. The residency program is designed to advance the knowledge and skills of the resident physical therapist through higher continuing education, evidenced based practice, and management of focused patient populations through mentored experiences. In addition to providing direct patient care, the resident has additional clinical and nonclinical tasks and responsibilities delegated to them that include didactic course work, clinical research, and teaching, in their area of clinical subspecialty. LVHN is committed to the education and professional development of individuals in the PT Clinical Resident program through ensuring a robust exposure to clinical opportunities, as well as time and financial support of their educational and board certification requirements.

Job Duties

• Examines and evaluates patient’s physical therapy needs. Formulates a physical therapy diagnosis, and develops a treatment plan with treatment goals directed towards maximizing function.
• Completes all required educational activities, which may include assigned readings, self-learning modules, continuing education courses, workshops or other similar learning activities.
• Assists with orientation of new staff, participation on committees, supervision of students and aides, and involvement in developing/revising practice standards.
• Actively participates in implementation of performance improvement program for clinical service, in area of subspecialty expertise.
• Participates in departmental activities in order to promote staff education and protocol/pathway development in area of subspecialty expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy or
• PT - Licensed Physical Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Physical Therapy
• Doctorate Physical Therapy

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

While in inpatient acute and inpatient rehab: Monday-Friday: 8:00a-4:30p; while in outpatient setting: Monday-Friday, variable schedule 7:00a-7:00p

Department:

1004-06045 Rehab Float Pool - Muhl

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