(#R-89270) Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Lymphedema at Geisinger

Wayne State University; Shamokin (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital seeks a Physical Therapist for outpatient services. You will conduct evaluations, create treatment plans, and administer therapy while ensuring compliance with departmental policies.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Pennsylvania and hold a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, preferably with experience in lymphedema treatment. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PA state license in Physical Therapy.
• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy is required.
• Experience in treating lymphedema is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Renders Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment according to patient needs.
• Establishes measurable treatment goals and plans.
• Administers effective physical therapy treatment programs.
• Responsible for accurate patient care documentation.
• Promotes patient and visitor safety at all times.

Skills

Physical therapy evaluations

Treatment planning

Patient care documentation

Lymphedema expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

PA state license in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Lymphedema

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital (GSACH)

Shift: Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: Yes

Job Summary: Renders Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment procedures and techniques appropriate to the needs of individual patient. Assesses, treats, and cares for patients of all ages.

Job Duties:

• Performs Physical Therapy evaluations according to departmental policy and the needs of the individual patient.
• Establishes appropriate measurable goals in patient treatment and develops an appropriate treatment plan.
• Administers an appropriate and effective physical therapy treatment program.
• Performs discharge planning responsibilities efficiently and effectively.
• Performs all documentation responsibilities pertinent to patient care legibly and in compliance with departmental policy.
• Promotes and assures patient, employee, and visitor safety at all times.
• Participates in departmental and interdepartmental operations in a responsible manner to foster and maintain an efficient working environment.

Hours: 8:00am- 4:30pm

Required Experience: Must hold a PA state license in Physical Therapy. Must hold a bachelor's degree in physical therapy.

Preferred Experience: Lymphedema

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.