Physical Therapist- Outpatient

Tower Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Tower Health is seeking a Physical Therapist in Reading, PA, to evaluate, plan, and implement treatment programs for patients in rehabilitation. You will supervise assistants and collaborate with healthcare professionals to support patient care.

This role requires a Master's Degree or equivalent, a PA Physical Therapy License, and strong communication skills. Benefits include generous time off, tuition assistance, and health insurance starting the first month after hire.

Qualifications

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• PA Physical Therapy License or Temp Licensure will be considered.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Maintains working relationships with hospital staff and allied health professionals.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Education

Master's Degree or equivalent education & experience

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.

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

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• Master's Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree

Experience

• No experience

Certification and Licensure

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

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications

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.