Job Summary

Renders Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment procedures and techniques appropriate to the needs of individual patient. Assesses, treats, and cares for patients of all ages.

Job Duties Performs Physical Therapy evaluations according to departmental policy and the needs of the individual patient.Establishes appropriate measurable goals in patient treatment and develops an appropriate treatment plan.Administers an appropriate and effective physical therapy treatment program.Performs discharge planning responsibilities efficiently and effectively.Performs all documentation responsibilities pertinent to patient care legibly and in compliance with departmental policy.Promotes and assures patient, employee, and visitor safety at all times.Participates in departmental and interdepartmental operations in a responsible manner to foster and maintain an efficient working environment.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

 

Hours:7:30am- 4:30pm

Weekends: Yes

Holidays: Yes

Union: Yes 

 

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity  

Benefits of working at Geisinger: 

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one    

Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents   

Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)   

Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage   

401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions   

Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly   

Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year   

MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive   

Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones   

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.   

Education Bachelor's Degree-Physical Therapy (Required) Experience Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Preferred) Certification(s) and License(s) Licensed Physical Therapist (Pennsylvania) - State of Pennsylvania Skills Interpersonal Communication; Teamwork; Physiotherapy; Therapeutic Treatment; Rehab Assessment And Care; Health Care Policy And Ethics Compliance; Rehabilitation Practices/Programs About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Geisinger values who you are, where you are from, and where you are going. We seek out people of various backgrounds and cultures with unique abilities, non-traditional career paths and ambitious aspirations. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. Read more about Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruiting.

Our Vision & Values

Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

Our Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.