Physical Therapist, Forbes Hospital, Casual

Allegheny Health Network; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with functional limitations. This role involves performing patient assessments, establishing care plans, and providing therapy interventions.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree, state licensure as a Physical Therapist, and necessary background clearance certificates. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to departmental improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• State licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligible.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Criminal background clearance certificates from Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with functional abilities loss.
• Perform assessments and establish care goals with patients.
• Complete documentation as per regulatory standards.
• Participate in departmental operational improvement initiatives.

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.

Equal Opportunity

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.