Physical Therapist

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

University Health Services , a division of Student Affairs, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team. The Physical Therapist will provide high-quality physical therapy services and learning opportunities and will be responsible for the treatment of physical therapy patients. This position is a 40-hour-per-week role from mid-August through mid-May.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and treat a wide variety of patients with orthopedic, neurological, and vestibular injuries.

• Develop goals and treatment plans for each patient, and communicate with physicians and physical therapist assistants to coordinate care.

• Implement treatments using manual therapy, education, modalities, and exercise based on physiological states and tissue healing principles.

• Provide education throughout each visit, including recommendations for activities outside of PT and general health and wellness principles.

• Document all patient care activities and note changes to the patient plan of care.

• Appropriately charge for services provided and complete progress reports every 30 days or as needed.

• Ensure proper use, care, and maintenance of equipment, and uphold safety standards.

• Serve as a Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapy Students from accredited schools.

• Supervise and train physical therapy volunteers and students, and oversee student service learning hours.

• Complete recommendations for graduate schools.

• Design and complete quality improvement initiatives, and present in-service programs.

• Stay current with developments in physical therapy by attending clinics, seminars, and meetings, and researching topics to improve patient care and practice standards.

Qualifications:

This position will be filled as an advanced or senior professional-level position. The advanced professional level requires a bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience. Additional education and/or experience are required for high-level positions. Licensure as a Physical Therapist required.

Clearances Required:

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance

• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

This is a 75% full-time equivalency (FTE) job. Months off are mid-May to mid-August. Full Penn State benefits are included.

Benefits for full-time employees at Penn State include (visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information):

• Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

• Tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26)

• Generous vacation time and sick time

• 15 paid holidays/campus closure days

The Pennsylvania State University and Student Affairs are committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

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