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Physical Therapist IThe Physical Therapist I is responsible for the evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning of all patients referred for their given services. The Physical Therapist I is an integral healthcare provider accountable for assisting the patient to their highest level of physical, cognitive, linguistic, and swallowing function. The Physical Therapist I will uphold the mission, vision, and values of Jefferson Health. Works in conjunction with other health care professionals to coordinate treatment plans and care.
Job Duties: Provide therapy evaluations, treatment planning, treatment interventions and discharge planning for a full patient caseload in acute care, skilled facility, acute rehab, outpatient settings as appropriate. Participate in student education: Part-time e.g. ICE, OT level 1 or a full-time student. Participates in education and teaching commensurate with novice clinician. Plans, organizes and delivers treatment programs that help clients/patients recover and rehabilitate. Utilizes tools and techniques to administer safe therapeutic interventions and trainings, for patient and families. Records and documents clients/patients' health progress information for evaluation, all therapeutic interventions including daily treatments, progress notes, evaluations and discharge summaries. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program. Master's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program. Doctorate from an accredited Physical Therapy Program. Less than 1 year 0-2 years of clinical practice required. PT - Licensed Physical Therapist - State of PennsylvaniaBLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Work Shift Workday Day (United States of America) Worker Sub Type RegularEmployee Entity Jefferson Health Northeast Primary Location Address10800 Knights Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

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