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Physical Therapist, Skillled Nursing Center (Call-In)
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$91,777 / year median in Pennsylvania
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Physical Therapist, Skillled Nursing Center (Call-In) Show Map
Location
303 Smallacombe Dr, Scranton, PA, 18508, United States
Job Category
Physical Therapist
Employee Type
6-Call In
Contact information
Name
Theresa Snyder
Phone
(570) 348-1455
tsnyde@allied-services.org
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Physical Therapy, the Physical Therapist is responsible for the provision of physical therapy programs in the SNC. The Physical Therapist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served by his/her department - adult through geriatric. The Physical Therapist must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs; and to provide the care needed as described in Physical Therapy Department's policies and procedures.
Type of supervision exercised:
none.
Jobs reporting to this position:
none.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from a school of Physical Therapy approved in the year of graduation by the American Physical Therapy Association required. Master's degree in Physical Therapy from a school of Physical Therapy approved in the year of graduation by the American Physical Therapy Association preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE
One (1) year experience in working with geriatric rehabilitation population, direct patient care preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check. Current license as Physical Therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Clinical affiliations in gerontology preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with management, staff, patients, and visitors; and outside agencies to coordinate provision of related services. CPR certification is required and must be maintained.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Medium Work:
duties require exerting 25 to 50 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or greater than negligible amount up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects. Position involves bending, reaching, stooping and lifting (occasionally in strained position) throughout shift. Individual must be able to safely position and transfer patients and instruct in ambulation and balance activities. Ability to transport self throughout facility is required.
ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS
Occasional exposure to blood and body substances. Position involves exposure to chemicals for casting, splinting, and cleaning solutions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works in an open gym area with other staff members or on the floors with restorative nursing staff. Additional Information
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Days