Physical Therapist - Casual Weekend Premium

Department: Physical Therapy

Schedule

Casual position. Must work 3 weekend shifts per month to be eligible for premium weekend shift rate of $57.36/hour.

About the role

The basic function of a staff physical therapist is to evaluate a patient or client’s physical function, establish an individual plan of treatment, implement the plan of treatment and reevaluate the patient’s condition for any change in status. Services on the patient units and outpatient sites are in compliance with regulations of governing agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree with a Major in Physical Therapy, a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy, or a certificate in Physical Therapy
• Current license to practice in Pennsylvania or eligibility for licensure
• Ability to support an interdisciplinary team approach to patient care that crosses a comprehensive care continuum
• Successful completion of Acts 73 and/or 169 clearances within 90 days of commencing employment, if applicable

Preferred qualifications

• Enthusiastic and patient when working with a variety of personalities and disease entities
• Able to work cooperatively with department personnel and health care team members
• Able to motivate a patient to perform maximally
• Courteous and treats all patients with respect and dignity
• Cares for patients as individuals by seeking out and responding to their personal needs, problems, and concerns
• Conscientiously maintains patient confidentiality