Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy

Georgia Orthopaedic Society.; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Acute Care Physical Therapist, where you will make a significant impact on patients' lives. Work with a multidisciplinary team at a leading academic medical center, utilizing cutting-edge therapies and innovative care approaches. You will provide personalized therapy plans, collaborate with specialists, and support patients and families in their recovery journey. Enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers exceptional benefits, including comprehensive health coverage and generous time off. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

Generous Time Off

Tuition Assistance Programs

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Employee Wellness Programs

Fitness Discounts

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required.
• Must hold a PA license in physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized therapy plans for patients recovering from injuries.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.
• Use advanced therapies to improve patients' mobility and quality of life.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Techniques

Mobility Improvement

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Tools

Advanced Therapy Equipment

Job description

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Daytime
Hours: Daytime hours with at least one regularly scheduled Saturday and/or Sunday with the option for a four 10-hour day schedule. Coverage also includes 1 Holiday/year.
Recruiter Contact: Hector Diaz at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Join our team as an Acute Care Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives at central Pennsylvania's only academic medical center. Here, you’ll work with a multidisciplinary team that leverages cutting-edge therapies and clinical research to provide exceptional care for even the most complex conditions.

Why Join Us?

• Benefits Starting Day One: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge.
• Tuition Assistance Programs: Supporting you and your family in achieving your educational goals.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work with advanced technologies and equipment.
• Innovative Care: Access to the latest acute care approaches supported by medical research and innovation.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide personalized therapy plans to patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, or illnesses.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care, including physical, occupational, speech-language and music therapy.
• Use advanced therapies and equipment to help patients improve mobility, function, quality of life, and overall well-being.
• Support patients and their families in understanding their conditions to prevent future injuries and achieve their goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy from a CAPTE certified program and completion of clinical rotations required.
• Must hold a PA license (or eligibility) in physical therapy.

New or recent grads are encouraged to apply!

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.

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.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

Union: Non Bargained