Physical Therapist (PT) Home Care Weekend Days $20,000 Sign on Bonus

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a nationally recognized health care organization as a Physical Therapist in Home Care. This part-time role offers the chance to evaluate and administer physical therapy programs that restore function and enhance patients' quality of life. With a focus on compassionate care and teamwork, you'll develop personalized treatment plans and help patients achieve their fitness goals. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a strong commitment to excellence in patient outcomes. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while advancing your career in a prestigious health network.

Benefits

$20,000 Sign on Bonus

$5,000 Extra if Applied by 5/26/2025

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Effective communication with patients and families is essential.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements physical therapy plans of care.
• Communicates patient progress to supervisors and team members.
• Delivers cost-effective care following departmental guidelines.

Skills

Clinical Reasoning

Communication Skills

Physical Therapy Techniques

Patient Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) Home Care Weekend Days $20,000 Sign on Bonus

Part-Time

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant, and diverse workforce.

Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking, and offers plenty of opportunities to do great work.

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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. Additionally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Muhlenberg, Hazleton, and 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.

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Physical Therapist (PT) Home Care - Weekend Days

$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS PLUS AN EXTRA $5,000 IF YOU APPLY BY MEMORIAL DAY, 5/26/2025

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 and family to assist in returning them to their prior level of function. Improves and/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 using evidence-based therapy techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities.
• Provides physical therapy treatment tailored to patients' needs assessments.
• Performs reassessment when indicated and modifies plans accordingly.
• Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to supervisors, physicians, and team members.
• Develops treatment plans based on age-specific and population-specific needs, utilizing a developmental and patient/family-centered approach.
• Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.
• Establishes measurable goals and time frames for treatment plans.
• Delivers cost-effective care following departmental billing guidelines.
• Completes and submits all documentation per policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
• Sound clinical reasoning skills in evaluating and diagnosing treatment needs.
• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques.
• Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and competent treatments.
• Effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to travel to patient care locations (Home Care only).
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification - State of Pennsylvania, upon hire.
• PT license in the State of Pennsylvania, upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience in Home Care.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs., including pushing/pulling patients on beds or stretchers (requires 29 lbs. push force). Frequent standing/walking—patients may walk 8-10 miles per shift. Activities may include kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR.

Job description is subject to revision based on organizational needs. Responsibilities may vary accordingly.

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Location

Allentown - 2024 Lehigh Street

2024 Lehigh St, 18103-4734, Allentown, United States (Map)

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