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UPMC Altoona

Physical Therapist (PT)

butler, PA

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Job description

Physical Therapist

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

No weekends • No holidays • No on-call

Are you passionate about helping patients regain function and improve their quality of life? Join our rehabilitation team as a Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact through patient-centered care. We welcome new graduates and are willing to train the right candidate for our team!

Why Join Our Team?

Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Competitive pay based on years of applicable experience

Comprehensive retirement benefits, including a retirement savings plan and employer-sponsored pension

Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Continuing education opportunities throughout the year, including a paid MedBridge membership

Up to 5.5 weeks of PTO annually , plus 7 paid holidays

Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs that can earn additional PTO

Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year for employees and eligible dependents

Specialty programs and career development opportunities

About the Role

As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based therapy interventions, monitor progress, and educate patients and families to help achieve optimal outcomes. You will work with a diverse patient population, helping individuals improve mobility, strength, balance, function, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and treatments

Develop and adjust individualized care plans based on patient progress

Document patient care, treatment outcomes, and discharge planning

Communicate patient status with physicians and the healthcare team

Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants

Provide home exercise programs and patient/family education

Rotate through treatment areas as needed

Participate in staff meetings, continuing education, and professional development

May serve as a clinical instructor for PT students and residents

Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.

Outpatient ortho experience, preferred

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Active license in practicing state required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Physical Therapist (PT)

Act 33 with renewal

Act 34 with renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Worksite address

butler, PA, 16001, US

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