Physical Therapist (PT) - Inpatient Rehab / PRN

SSM Health; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive care for patients facing various challenges, including brain and spinal cord injuries. In this per diem role, you will evaluate patients, develop tailored treatment programs, and coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal recovery. You will play a critical role in educating patients and their families, preparing them for safe transitions back to community activities. Join a compassionate team committed to delivering exceptional patient care and making a meaningful impact on lives every day.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist is required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and establish treatment goals.
• Coordinate treatment programs with clinical services and community resources.
• Provide patient education and prepare for discharge.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Program Development

Patient Education

Coordination of Care

Education

State Licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Overview

Helen M Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital

*A joint venture with Select Medical & UPMC Pinnacle*

Harrisburg, PA

Physical Therapist (PT) - Per Diem

Here, you will provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiples traumas.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.
• Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.
• Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.
• Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.
• Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.
• Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.
• Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist is required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Our mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.

We'd love for you to join the team!

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

*Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process - to be completed before an employee's first day of work.*