Physical Therapist Part-Time

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The Jewish Association on Aging, a progressive non-profit healthcare continuum in the Squirrel Hill area is hiring a Part-Time Physical Therapist for an Outpatient Therapy program.

Job Summary:

The physical therapist is a licensed professional responsible for evaluating, planning and implementing physical therapy service to patients in an outpatient, inpatient or home health setting as prescribed by the physician. The therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive evaluation of patients by applying ROM, strength, coordination, balance and functional mobility tests.
• Develops the plan of care cooperatively with the physician, patient and family with revisions made based on patient condition.
• Provides therapeutic actions to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to regain maximum independence.
• Instructs patients, families, and other health care team members in the physical therapy program, in the proper and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices, and safe transfer activities.
• Supervises assigned physical therapy assistants and aides in the treatment of patients.
• Plans with the patient, family, and other team members for the patient’s discharge from service.
• Completes all documentation on a timely basis which includes but is not limited to the initial screening/evaluation forms, progress notes, care plans, and discharge notes.
• Prepares patient’s record for recertification if necessary.
• Reports to the case manager a summary of the patient’s condition and any other pertinent information.
• Works in conjunction with the office manager to schedule all appointments as needed.
• Adheres to all policies set forth in the Physical Therapist Practice Act and to Physical Therapy Practice Standards to maintain safe clinical practice.
• Maintains a professional standard of conduct, projecting a positive image of agency at all times.
• Complies with infection control and safety policies and procedures.
• Adheres to all policies and practices of the agency to maintain established Standards of Care.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Education, Training, and Experience:

• Graduate of state approved school of physical therapy accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensed as a physical therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to input billing information into computer
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of basic evaluation and treatment documentation skills

Physical Requirements

Lifting: Regularly lifts and moves patients, equipment, and patient supplies. Frequently lifts up to 40 pounds. Occasionally lifts and moves patients.

Carrying: Carries medical supplies, and other items, weighing up to 20 pounds.

Pushing/Pulling: Pushing and pulling is required when administering patient therapy and care.

Climbing: Ability to use stairs, curbs, and walkways in order to access patient homes.

Bending: Required when administering patient care.

Reaching/Turning/Twisting: Required when administering care.

Repetitive Motions: Hands-required for certain aspects of patient care:

Simple grasping, fine manipulation.

Feet-able to walk and stand for various duties.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person