Physical Therapy - PRN

Description

Verland is seeking a PRN, licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to provide skilled therapeutic and maintenance-based services to individuals with significant physical and intellectual disabilities within the home and Adult Training Facility settings at Verland. The PT may establish and carry-out therapeutic programming to maximize the client’s level of functioning and quality of life through direct client treatment, staff and family education and interdisciplinary involvement. 

Shift Available:

PRN

8am-4:30pm Monday - Friday as needed

Contributions:  

• Demonstrates skill proficiency in all areas related to physical therapy, including but not limited to: spinal and lower-body splinting, therapeutic positioning, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy/mobilizations, physical agent modalities, gait training, transfer technique and issuing and educating on use of functional mobility equipment.
• Uses comprehensive evaluations to establish the PT plan of care, provides 1:1 client treatment, creates individualized home programs, trains all relevant staff on therapeutic recommendations and monitors client progress post-discharge.
• Competently supports care in a manner consistent with National and State regulations, along with the PT Practice Acts.
• Provides and supports client care delivery in accordance with facility/departmental/regulatory/payor policies and procedures for clinical setting and population served. 
• Arrange skilled and maintenance-based PT services based on resident schedules and program requirements, and as per plan of care.
• Provides training, in-servicing and orientation to designated staff regarding PT approaches, techniques, methodology and other pertinent information as identified by the interdisciplinary team.
• Completes all necessary documentation such as 90-day reviews and procedures, annual assessments and observations in the Adult Training Facility and residences. 
• Regular, consistent participation in the Interdisciplinary Team Process, including attendance at intermittent, annual and quarterly client meetings as needed.
• Collaborates with the nursing staff to obtain the necessary medical paperwork to initiate, plan and discharge clients according to a client’s medical needs. Facilitates a multidisciplinary approach to intervention and generalization of skill acquisition.
• Assists in maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the therapy department. Cleans equipment and care areas per approved standards. 
• Performs routine clerical support tasks, which may include daily logs, ordering supplies, and collection of department statistics. 
• Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.
• Participates in all infection control, regulatory compliance, organizational safety and fire safety programs. 

Exceptional Benefits:

Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match 
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, or equivalent educational requirement.
• Current national board certification and PT licensure with the state of Pennsylvania.
• 1+ years of PT experience with this client population is preferred.
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems, email communication, word processing and spreadsheet software. 
• On-the-job training is provided by the Habilitation Services Department on various interdepartmental methods and procedures.
• Must have Act 33 and Act 34 clearances. 

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Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.