Physical Therapist II - Physical Therapy

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Discount

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Total Rewards Program

Job summary

Penn State Health is seeking an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our inpatient services team within our Children’s Hospital. The role features work in a Level I Trauma Center and NICU, with multidisciplinary collaboration and opportunities for education and mentorship.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of pediatric PT experience and PA licensure with BLS. The position offers a dynamic academic medical setting with a strong focus on family-centered care and professional

Qualifications

• Licensed as Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania or eligible for PA license
• Three years of related experience preferred, with pediatric experience emphasized
• BLS certification required upon orientation

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric physical therapy in a Level I Trauma Center and NICU within the Children’s Hospital.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including therapists across disciplines to care for diverse pediatric patients.
• Deliver family-centered care and participate in rounds, education, and mentoring of students and residents.

Skills

Pediatric Physical Therapy

PA Licensure

BLS

Pediatric Experience

Hospital-based care

Tools

Pediatric Equipment

Job description

Physical Therapist II - Physical Therapy

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Penn State H ealth is seeking a P ediatric P hysical T herapist to join our inpatient services team within our Children's Hospital .

Summary of Position:

Penn State Health is seeking an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our Level I T rauma C enter and Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within our Children’s Hospital . You will have the opportunity to join our multidisciplinary team and work in an academic medical setting alongside a team of therapists (Physical, Occupational, Speech and Music) as well as providers in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pulmonology, Orthopedics, Neurology and primary care providers . This position will provide an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse pediatric population across the continuum of care, from critically ill neonates and medically complex infants to children and adolescents who present with developmental, orthopedic, neurological and traumatic conditions . As a member of an academic Medical Center , there is strong focus on education and training with opportunities to participate in multidisciplinary rounds and to mentor medical students and residents.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of P ediatric P hysical T herapy experience, strong clinical judgment, and a passion for providing family-centered care .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Must be currently licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania, or hold an active Pennsylvania Temporary License, or be practicing under an active PT Compact privilege in accordance with state law. Employee is responsible for maintaining eligibility to practice, including timely completion of all requirements for full licensure, temporary licensure, or compact privilege status as applicable under Pennsylvania State Board and PT Compact Commission regulations.
• Three (3) years of related experience required, including one (1) year at HMC.
• AHA BLS upon orientation completion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Experience in a pediatric acute care hospital or level 1 trauma center
• Experience treating medically complex children who present with various neurological diagnoses as well as infants, including those who are ventilator dependent Skill with pediatric positioning, handling and developmental care
• Familiarity with pediatric equipment
• Previous Level III or IV NICU experience strongly preferred.
• Board Certification as a Pediatric Clinical Specialist (PCS) preferred

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.