Physical Therapist I
About The Position
The Physical Therapist I evaluates, treats, and plans discharge for patients referred for physical therapy services. This clinician helps patients work toward their highest level of physical, cognitive, linguistic, and swallowing function, upholds the mission, vision, and values of Jefferson Health, and coordinates treatment plans and care with other healthcare professionals. The role provides therapy services across acute care, skilled facility, acute rehabilitation, and outpatient settings as appropriate. It also includes participation in student education and teaching appropriate to a novice clinician.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
- Less than one year to 0–2 years of clinical practice required.
- Current Pennsylvania Licensed Physical Therapist credential.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapy evaluations, treatment planning, treatment interventions, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload in appropriate care settings.
- Participate in student education, including part-time placements such as ICE or OT level 1, or full-time student placements.
- Participate in education and teaching commensurate with a novice clinician.
- Plan, organize, and deliver treatment programs that help clients and patients recover and rehabilitate.
- Use tools and techniques to administer safe therapeutic interventions and provide training to patients and families.
- Record and document patient health progress, evaluations, daily treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Coordinate treatment plans and care with other healthcare professionals.
- Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with Jefferson’s values.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits with access to group insurance rates and discounts
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
