Physical Therapist - Restore Independence in Home Care

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and direct physical therapy services for Home Care patients in the Easton area. You will develop plans of care, perform evidence-based treatments, and collaborate with physicians and staff to help patients regain independence.

The role requires a PA license, BLS certification, and willingness to travel to patient care assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques.
• Must provide safe, compassionate and competent physical therapy treatments.
• Able to communicate with patients, family and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner.
• Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care only.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.
• PT - Licensed Physical Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

PT techniques

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Travel to patient care assignments

Education

Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy

Master’s Degree Physical Therapy

Doctorate Physical Therapy

PT Licensed in PA

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and direct physical therapy services for Home Care patients in the Easton area. You will develop plans of care, perform evidence-based treatments, and collaborate with physicians and staff to help patients regain independence.

The role requires a PA license, BLS certification, and willingness to travel to patient care assignments.