Physical Therapist (PT)

UPMC; Ebensburg (Cambria County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, create and adjust individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions to improve mobility and function. You will educate patients and families, monitor progress, and collaborate with physicians to optimize outcomes.

New graduates are welcome and training is provided. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, outpatient settings, and opportunities to serve as a clinical instructor for PT students and residents.

Qualifications

• Active license in practicing state required.
• CPR certification per AHA standards within 30 days of hire.
• Outpatient experience preferred.
• Graduate of an APTA-approved program.
• Customer service skills and ability to educate patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and treatments.
• Develop and adjust individualized care plans based on patient progress.
• Document patient care, treatment outcomes, and discharge planning.
• Communicate patient status with physicians and the healthcare team.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Provide home exercise programs and patient/family education.
• Rotate through treatment areas as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, continuing education, and professional development.
• May serve as a clinical instructor for PT students and residents.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Patient education

Team supervision

Documentation

Education

DPT or equivalent degree

Job description

Physical Therapist

Schedule: A minimum of two shifts each month. Shifts available Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

No weekends * No holidays * No on-call

Are you passionate about helping patients regain function and improve their quality of life? Join our rehabilitation team as a Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact through patient-centered care. We welcome new graduates and are willing to train the right candidate for our team!

About the Role

As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based therapy interventions, monitor progress, and educate patients and families to help achieve optimal outcomes. You will work with a diverse patient population, helping individuals improve mobility, strength, balance, function, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and treatments

• Develop and adjust individualized care plans based on patient progress

• Document patient care, treatment outcomes, and discharge planning

• Communicate patient status with physicians and the healthcare team

• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants

• Provide home exercise programs and patient/family education

• Rotate through treatment areas as needed

• Participate in staff meetings, continuing education, and professional development

• May serve as a clinical instructor for PT students and residents

• Graduate of an accredited program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

• Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.

• Outpatient experience, preferredLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:Active license in practicing state required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Physical Therapist (PT)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran