Physical Therapist- Inpatient

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Tower Advance Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Health benefits start next month

Job summary

Reading Hospital in Reading, PA is seeking a licensed physical therapist to evaluate, plan and implement treatment programs for referred patients, following accepted physical therapy principles. This role reports to the Therapy Manager or a Senior Therapist and may supervise assistants, aides, and students.

The position supports all programs within the Rehabilitation Continuum and involves collaboration with hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers and other allied

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree.
• Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in PA (PA Physical Therapy License).
• PA Physical Therapy Temp Licensure considered.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and implements physical therapy treatment programs for referred patients.
• Supervised by Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist and reports accordingly.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Supports all Rehabilitation Continuum programs.
• Maintains working relationships with hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, and other staff.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of physical therapy. Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist. Supervises assistants, aides, and students. Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum. Maintains working relationships with: Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.

Hours

Full Time Hours/Every 6th Weekend Commitment.

Benefits

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!
• Tuition Assistance
• Health benefits start first of the month following start date!

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• 4 year/Bachelor's Degree

Certification and Licensure

• PA Physical Therapy License
• PA Physical Therapy Temp Licensure will be considered
• BLS Certification

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.