Physical Therapist (PT) Home Care - Per Diem

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; East Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for Home Care in the Pocono region. This per diem role requires evaluating and planning PT programs to restore function and independence, with patient education and hands-on care.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy and be able to travel to patient care assignments. Master’s or Doctorate in PT is preferred. Washington safety and state licensure requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Ability to travel to patient care assignments – Home Care.
• Knowledge of best practices in physical therapy and clinical reasoning to determine treatment diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements appropriate physical therapy plans of care to restore function and prevent disability.
• Implements individualized treatment plans using therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, mobility training, ADL training, and modalities.
• Provides physical therapy treatment aligned with patient needs assessment and plan of care.
• Performs reassessment as needed and updates plans.
• Communicates patient progress and limitations to supervisor, physicians, and team members.
• Provides care with measurable goals and time frames and ensures documentation complies with policies.

Skills

Physical therapy knowledge

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Mobility training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy

Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (Preferred)

Job description

LV HOME CARE AND HOSPICE PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT) – HOME CARE – PER DIEM

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers physical therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Provides assessment of patient condition based on diagnosis from the referring physician. Develops and updates an appropriate plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family to assist in returning them to their prior level of function. Improves or facilitates quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education. Helps people achieve fitness goals, regain or maintain their independence, and lead active lives.

Job Duties

• Establishes and implements appropriate physical therapy plans of care to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
• Implements an individualized treatment plan through the use of skilled, evidence-based therapy techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities.
• Provides physical therapy treatment consistent with the patients' needs assessment.
• Performs reassessment when indicated and modifies physical therapy plans accordingly.
• Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to supervisor, physician(s), and other team members.
• Implements a physical therapy plan of care to individuals based upon age-specific and population specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient/family directed approach.
• Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.
• Establishes a physical therapy treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
• Provides cost effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
• Completes and submits all documentation based on policies/standards and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy
• Ability to work at various locations per diem.
• Knowledge of best practices in physical therapy.
• Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing data gathered in the evaluation and identifying treatment diagnoses.
• Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent physical therapy treatments.
• Must be able to communicate with patients, family, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner.
• Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Physical Therapy or Doctorate Physical Therapy
• 1 year clinical experience for Home Care Physical

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift.
• *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 175 E Brown St Primary Location: East Stroudsburg- 175 Brown Street Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: minimum 24 hrs/month; variable shifts and hours available Department: 1004-09800 Home Care Pocono

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