Physical Therapist

Overview

NovaCare is seeking an outpatient Physical Therapist for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area

 

 

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.

 

Our SWB outpatient physical therapy centers are looking for a compassionate and driven licensed Physical Therapist. Seize the opportunity to join our highly trained and respected physical therapy team that provides preventative and rehabilitative services that help improve the quality of life for the community in which they live and work. 

 

Schedule:  PRN-Monday through Friday

Compensation:  Hourly rate starting at $45-$50/hr based on experience.

 

Unique Location/Job Details:Must have Direct Access and recent outpatient orthopedic experience to be eligible.  Per diem position based out of our Plains outpatient orthopedic center but will be working out of our other 4 locations in the regiona at times.  Centers sees a diverse orthopedic mix including aquatics. 

 

Why Join Our Team:

• Outlined and defined mentorship program
• Clinical Support (locally and nationally: speakers & journal clubs)
• Dedicated career paths for clinical and professional growth
• Paid National certifications (COMT, dry needling, blood flow restriction, pelvic, Graston, KT tape, and more)
• Specialties offered nationwide: aquatic, vestibular, concussion management, sports medicine, pelvic health, oncology rehab, hand therapy, pediatrics, lymphedema, neurological, and FCE/work conditioning.
• 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

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 and document this need clearly.
• Maintain open and respectful communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, family members, and third-party payors at all times.
• Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by the center manager.

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.

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.

Employment Type: PER_DIEM