Perm Physical Therapist - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC
Hamburg, PA 19526
About the Job
Job Title: Physical Therapist (Permanent, Full-Time)
Location: Hamburg, PA
Summary:
Virtus Healthcare Staffing is partnering with a leading 130-bed skilled nursing facility (SNF) in Hamburg, PA, to find a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist (PT). This is a full-time (40 hours/week), permanent opportunity for a PT to make a positive impact on the lives of residents in both short-term and long-term care, helping them regain mobility, strength, and independence through personalized therapy programs.
Why Choose This Opportunity?
- Make a Meaningful Impact: Contribute to improving the quality of life for seniors by providing essential rehabilitation services.
- Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to providing compassionate and holistic care.
- Diverse Patient Population: Gain valuable experience working with a variety of individuals with different needs and goals in both short-term and long-term care settings.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a stable full-time (40 hours/week) schedule, Monday through Friday, with no weekend rotations.
- Charming Community: Experience the warmth and charm of Hamburg, PA, a friendly community known for its rich history and proximity to major cities like Philadelphia and New York.
Responsibilities:
- Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' and residents' physical abilities, functional limitations, and pain levels to determine appropriate treatment plans.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: Develop individualized care plans tailored to each individual's specific needs and rehabilitation goals, utilizing evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques.
- Therapeutic Interventions: Implement various interventions, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, gait training, and modalities, to promote functional improvement, pain reduction, and overall well-being.
- Collaboration: Work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
- Progress Monitoring: Continuously assess and document patients' and residents' progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes.
- Discharge Planning: Collaborate with the care team to develop safe and effective discharge plans for individuals transitioning to home or other care settings.
- Education and Training: Educate patients, residents, and families on home exercise programs, safety precautions, and adaptive techniques to promote independence and prevent further decline.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all evaluations, treatments, and progress notes following facility and regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
- Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Valid state license as a Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania.
- Experience: Experience in a skilled nursing or geriatric rehabilitation setting is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
- Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with residents, families, and staff.
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence-based practice in rehabilitation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Schedule:
- Full-time: 40 hours per week.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, no weekends.
To Apply:
If you are a dedicated and skilled Physical Therapist seeking a rewarding permanent position in a supportive environment, we invite you to submit your resume to Virtus Healthcare Staffing. We look forward to connecting with you!