PHYSICAL THERAPIST SR - (Temple Faculty Physicians/40 hours days)

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Senior Physical Therapist, where you will independently evaluate and treat patients in an outpatient setting. This role emphasizes the development of therapeutic programs and compliance with billing and scheduling processes. You will also have the opportunity to supervise students and aides, contributing to their professional growth. With a focus on providing high-quality patient care, this position ensures a supportive environment that respects diverse backgrounds and needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program is required.
• 4 years of relevant clinical experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluates and treats patients in an outpatient clinic.
• Establishes therapeutic programs and supervises students and aides.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Patient Treatment

CPT Coding

Regulatory Compliance

Supervision

Therapeutic Program Development

Education

Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Title: PHYSICAL THERAPIST SR

Location: Temple Faculty Physicians

Hours: 40 hours days

Job ID: 246922

Job Responsibilities:

1. Independently evaluates and treats patients in an outpatient clinic setting.
2. Ensures compliance with patient billing, scheduling, and authorization/referrals.
3. Supervises students and physical therapy aides.
4. Establishes therapeutic programs related to patient care, participates in research and education.
5. Acts as an expert source and trainer for colleagues and staff.
6. Provides daily instruction to patients including for home exercise programs.
7. Ensures compliance/assists in regulatory preparation in clinical space.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
9. Contributes to a safe and therapeutic environment centered on patient needs.
10. Treats patients with consideration to age, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic background, and culture.

Education:

Doctorate Degree: Accredited Physical Therapy program approved by APTA (Required)

Experience:

4 years relevant clinical experience (Required)

General Experience with CPT coding and 3rd party billing requirements (Required)

License/Certifications:

PT-LIC - PA Physical Therapist License (Required)

BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.