Job Summary
This role involves evaluating and treating patients, formulating and modifying personalized care plans, recording outcomes, and collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients effectively.
- Create and adjust individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Document patient outcomes accurately.
- Coordinate with physicians and the healthcare team for optimal patient care.
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants.
- Educate patients and their families about treatment processes.
- Participate in professional development and provide instruction to students as necessary.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- An active physical therapy license in the state of practice.
- CPR or BLS certification required, with CPR meeting AHA guidelines to be completed within 30 days of hire.
- Preferred outpatient experience, although new graduates are encouraged to apply.
UPMC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.
