Physical Therapist, Skillled Nursing Center (Ft, Days)
Company: ALLIED SERVICES
Location: Harrisburg
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY:Reporting to the Director of Physical Therapy,
the Physical Therapist is responsible for the provision of physical
therapy programs in the SNC.The Physical Therapist must be able to
demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to the age of the patients served by his/her department
- adult through geriatric. The Physical Therapist must demonstrate
knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life
span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the
patient's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to
identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific
needs; and to provide the careneeded as described in Physical
Therapy Department's policies and procedures.Type of supervision
exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position:
none.EDUCATION:Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from a school
of Physical Therapy approved in the year of graduation by the
American Physical Therapy Association required.Master's degree in
Physical Therapy from a school of Physical Therapy approved in the
year of graduation by the American Physical Therapy Association
preferred.WORK EXPERIENCE:One (1) year experience in working with
geriatric rehabilitation population, direct patient care
preferred.SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:Must be cleared by PA
State Police criminal history check.Current license as Physical
Therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.Clinical
affiliations in gerontology preferred.Excellent verbal and written
communication skills and interpersonal skills required for
effective interaction with management, staff, patients, and
visitors; and outside agencies tocoordinate provision of related
services.CPR certification is required and must be
maintained.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Medium Work: duties require exerting 25
to 50 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and/or
10-25 lbs. of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or
greater than negligible amount up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to
lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects.Position involves
bending, reaching, stooping and lifting (occasionally in strained
position) throughout shift.Individual must be able to safely
position and transfer patients and instruct in ambulation and
balance activities.Ability to transport self throughout facility is
required.ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:Occasional exposure to blood
and body substances.Position involves exposure to chemicals for
casting, splinting, and cleaning solutions.WORKING CONDITIONS:Works
in an open gym area with other staff members or on the floors with
restorative nursing staff.
Keywords: ALLIED SERVICES, Harrisburg , Physical Therapist, Skillled Nursing Center (Ft, Days), Healthcare , Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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