Job description

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network has a need for a per diem Physical Therapist to work at our Souderton outpatient site. This individual would float amongst several of the other outpatient sites in the surrounding area including East Greenville, Center Valley, Macungie and Cedar Pointe (West Allentown).

JOB SUMMARY:

The ideal candidate would have experience working with adult ortho and neuro patients in an outpatient setting. We are looking for an experienced therapist.

HOURS:

• Monday - Friday
• varies, as needed

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• IDENTIFIES PATIENT REHABILITATION CARE REQUIREMENTS
• By assessing patient condition upon order of physician and at regular intervals during assigned shift
• PLANS, IMPLEMENTS AND EVALUATES REHABILITATIVE CARE
• By setting goals, collaborating and communicating with health-care team, patients and families
• PROVIDES INFORMATION TO PATIENTS AND HEALTHCARE TEAM
• By meeting them
• MONITORS DELIVERY OF CARE
• By completing patient rounds
• ASSURES QUALITY OF CARE
• By fostering practices that adhere to the hospital’s philosophy, goals and standards of care
• PROTECTS SELF, CO-WORKERS, AND PATIENTS
• By interpreting and implementing policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases
• RESPECTS PATIENTS
• By recognizing their rights
• MAINTAINS SAFE AND CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT
• By complying with procedures, rules and regulations
• ENSURES OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT
• By following manufacturers’ instructions
• MAINTAINS SUPPLIES INVENTORY
• By checking stock to determine inventory level
• MAINTAINS PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
• By attending educational workshops
• CONTRIBUTES TO THE TEAM EFFORT
• By accomplishing related results as needed, follows through on delegated tasks, responds to coworkers requests for assistance, demonstrates behaviors as defined by the GSSH-A code of conduct and acts as a resource and/or leader when the need arises.
• PROMOTES THE DEVELOPMENT OF GOOD SHEPHERD AS A SYSTEM
• By volunteering as a representative of Good Shepherd at community events

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required
• Work Experience
• Previous outpatient experience or similar setting required
• Licenses / Certifications
• Physical Therapist license required
• Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Medical specialties:

• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Telford, PA 18969: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapy License (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location