Physical Therapist - Ortho

Overview

LHM Physical Therapy Institute is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist (PA) in the Central PA Area!

Full-time Physical Therapist 

Orthopedic Experience Required 

Clinic Hours Monday - Friday 6a - 7p (Must be able to close clinic twice weekly)

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The licensed physical therapist reports directly to the clinic leader. They will practice in accordance with

the mission, values, and objectives of LHMPTI. The physical therapist is responsibilities and obligations

related to patient care, including providing hands on treatment and other related procedures to help

patients reduce their pain, restore their level of function, and ultimately improve the quality of their life.

The physical therapist will ensure all services are rendered in accordance with the State Practice Act of the

state in which the services are being performed. In addition, the physical therapist will also help maintain

the clinic and equipment, provide mentorship to fellow staff, students, and volunteers, as well as

participate in marketing and other community engagement activities. He/she will ensure compliance with

the executive vice president of compliance and clinical services.

Supervision Responsibilities:

The licensed physical therapist will indirectly supervise any physical therapist assistants, patient care

coordinators and students performing care for LHMPTI patients. The licensed physical therapist, however,

does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Treat all employees and patients according to LHMPTI Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Establish internal and external relationships of mutual trust and respect.
• Build a trusting and everlasting relationship with each patient you encounter.
• Consult with patients and learn about their physical condition and symptoms.
• Assess the patient to provide a clinical diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.
• Design and implement a plan of care based on thorough assessment of the patient.
• Educate patients as to their condition and what they can do to assist in their recovery.
• Maintain accurate and timely record keeping.
• Provide hands-on techniques, modalities and therapeutic exercises as deemed necessary.
• Communicate effectively with other professionals and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.

• Enhance professional growth and development by participating in educational programs.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Detail oriented and able to multi-task
• Other duties as assigned from time to time. This position description is subject to change at any
• Enjoy being busy and productive while focused on patient care and staff development in a fastpaced environment.
• Work and think independently, recognizing that all efforts are intended to benefit the team.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and patient service environment.

• Values trust and honest communication as essential for creating and maintaining a positive work environment.

• Graduate of an APTA approved physical therapy curriculum with a Bachelor’s degree and/or

Masters/Doctorate.

• Maintain state licensure and comply with all state and federal requirements.
• Completes and maintains active CPR certification training.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
• Desire to help others with compassion and empathy.
• Attention to detail, with accurate record keeping skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate patients, keeping them engaged while showing a genuine concern.
• Must possess strong time management skills, being able to delegate and prioritize where

appropriate.

• Flexible to work a schedule which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to be flexible and accommodate to changing situations with ease.
• Be open to learning new tasks and approaching all assignments with an open mind.
• Projects self in a neat, professional, and courteous manner.

Physical Demands, Visual Demand, Physical Surroundings/Conditions:

Possibility of heavy work requiring moving objects in excess of 100 lbs. Also including frequent lifting

and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. or more. Constant standing and walking to perform the

essential elements of the job. Subject to inside environmental conditions. The visual demand is a minimal

standard requiring working with computers for documentation and other computer work.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred. Current PT license to practice by the licensing board in the
state of employment..
Computer Skills:
Knowledge of basic computer skills and word processing.
Certificates and Licenses:
Current PT license to practice in state of employment. Must obtain BLS within 30 days of employment and
maintain for the duration of employment.
Physical Therapist
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Therapy Staff (PTA, Restorative Aide)
Work Environment:
The work environment is representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands of this job are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to
a qualified individual with a disability who can perform the essential functions of this position with or
without reasonable accommodation.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this
job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
while performing the duties of this job. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear.
Acknowledgement of Receipt and Acceptance of Job Description
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required in this
position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills
required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time
to time and as needed