Lead Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics

Overview

Lead Physical Therapist position Uniontown , PA

At NovaCare Rehabilitation every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care.

We are here to nurture your growth and champion your aspirations. We take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping all of our patients get back to athletics, work, life and the things they love.

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Uniontown, PA is seeking a FULL time physical therapist for our dynamic outpatient orthopedics and sports center.

The ideal physical therapist (PT) has at least ONE year of experience in outpatient orthopedics, since position has management potential but we will consider the right new grad.

We have a variety of specialty programs and a PT with interest in growing is of the utmost importance.

Compensation : Salary range is $75,000-82,000 / yr based on your experience. Plus $5000 sign on bonus and $350 per month towards your student loans for the duration of your employment with us!

Full time benefits include :

Industry-wide UNMATCHED continuing education program : 300+ onsite, synchronous and asynchronous CEU accrediting courses, webinars and master classes.

COMT, OCS, SCS, CSCS, Dry Needling, NCS, Pelvic Health, Oncology and additional certifications PAID Specialty exams and study groupsJournal access, clinical bulletin boards and clinical newsletters.

Transitional DPT programMore than 20 monthly special interest groups (SIGs)

• Leadership Development Program
• Dedicated career ladders for clinical and professional growth.
• Company matching 401(k)
• Multiple and affordable PPO benefits + HSA options
• Generous Paid Time Off + Holidays + Sick with carry over

Apply today to be considered!

At NovaCare , a division of Select Medical, we deliver quality in all that we do. We treat each other with respect and promote a positive environment where people feel valued.

At NovaCare, we encourage dialogue that fosters inclusivity and growth. We are honest and open in our relationships and straightforward in our communications.

At NovaCare, we work together to achieve our company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Understand appropriate state practice acts and adhere to the laws which govern how physical therapists may practice and whom physical therapists may supervise.
• Complete and maintain all corporate & clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state / local / federal regulations.
• Evaluate, treat, and direct treatment for patients for whom physical therapy is medically necessary.
• Strong clinical and mentoring / teaching skills (includes junior PTs and student PT / PTAs as well as local continuing education programs.).
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with existing referral sources attending office visits, observing surgery, or attending rounds.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy
• Valid State Physical Therapy License / Registration REQUIRED to start
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required
• Minimum of two to three years of clinical experience

Physical Requirements :

Ability to lift patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day / shift.

Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds dead weight alone.

• Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day / shift.
• Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to evaluate, diagnose and monitor patient needs and to maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide directions.
• Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
• Ability to push wheeled equipment through the facility and in the community.
• Possess fine motor skills for legible and accurate reporting, charting, scheduling, daily correspondence and presentations, either manually or through use of electronic equipment.
• Possess fine motor skills for effective and efficient handling of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment.

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.