Physical Therapist - Inpatient - Per Diem

geisinger; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Wellness program

Adoption and fertility assistance

Parental leave

Care.com membership with backup care

Job summary

Geisinger Medical Center is seeking a per diem Licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages. You will perform PT evaluations, develop measurable goals, administer treatment, and participate in discharge planning.

Must hold a PA state license in Physical Therapy and a Bachelor's degree; BLS certification within 30 days. This role emphasizes patient safety, documentation, and collaborative care with the Geisinger team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• License/Certification: Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license.
• BLS certification within 30 days after start date.

Responsibilities

• Performs PT evaluations and treatments per policy and patient needs.
• Establishes measurable goals and develops treatment plans.
• Administers PT programs and discharge planning responsibilities.
• Maintains legible documentation consistent with policy.
• Promotes patient, employee, and visitor safety at all times.
• Participates in department and interdepartmental operations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

PA State license

Job description

Location: Geisinger Medical Center (GMC)

Shift: Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

Job Summary

Renders Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment procedures and techniques appropriate to the needs of individual patient. Assesses, treats, and cares for patients of all ages.

Job Duties

• Performs Physical Therapy evaluations according to departmental policy and the needs of the individual patient.
• Establishes appropriate measurable goals in patient treatment and develops an appropriate treatment plan.
• Administers an appropriate and effective physical therapy treatment program.
• Performs discharge planning responsibilities efficiently and effectively.
• Performs all documentation responsibilities pertinent to patient care legibly and in compliance with departmental policy.
• Promotes and assures patient, employee, and visitor safety at all times.
• Participates in departmental and interdepartmental operations in a responsible manner to foster and maintain an efficient working environment.

Position Details

• Hours: Per Diem
• License/certification: Must hold a PA state license in Physical Therapy.
• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree is required.

Benefits of working at Geisinger

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.

Education

Bachelor's Degree-Physical Therapy (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Basic Life Support Certification within 30 days - Default Issuing Body, Licensed Physical Therapist (Pennsylvania) - State of Pennsylvania

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES

• Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION : We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.