Staff PositionHome Health Physical Therapist
$55/hour
Home Health Physical Therapist
SojouRN Healthcare Staffing
Hershey, PA
5x8 hrs, Days
$55/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Estimated pay
$55/hourDescription
qualifications Alternate Locations Available: Addison, IL; Antioch, IL; Barrington, IL; Belle Vernon, PA; Chambersurg, PA; Cicero, IL; Dingmans Ferry, PA; Elmhurst, IL; Glendale Heights, IL; Gurnee, IL; Hershey, PA; Hoffman Estates, IL; Huntley, IL; Joliet, IL; Lake Villa, IL; Lisle, IL; Millersburg, PA; Minooka, IL; Montoursville, PA; Palatine, IL; Red Lion, PA; Saylorsburg, PA; Schaumburg, IL; Schuylkill Haven, PA; Shippensburg, PA; Skokie, IL; Williamsport, IL; Yorkville, IL; Zion, IL
required
Master's degree or higher
Healthcare Setting (1+ years)
Valid Physical Therapist in the state of Pennsylvania (PA)
Valid Regular Driver License (DL) overview
As a Physical Therapist in our client's Home Health team, you will be responsible for providing Physical Therapy services to patients in their homes, assessing patient functioning levels, and developing treatment programs to improve independence and physical/cognitive functioning. You will also be involved in patient and caregiver education, supervision, and reporting on patient progress.
Key Responsibilities
● Perform Physical Therapy assessments and develop treatment programs
● Record and report patient's reaction to treatment and condition changes
● Instruct patients and caregivers in therapy programs and device use
● Supervise physical therapy assistant and, when appropriate, the certified nursing assistant
● Prepare reports and participate in staff and Agency development activities
Schedule and Shift Details
● Schedule: Monday-Friday; day shift (start & end times vary based on the patient needs) + 1 weekend every 6 weeks (Saturday & Sunday day shift w/scheduled patients) & 2 holidays per year (1 summer, 1 winter on a rotating basis); no on-call
Travel
● Local travel to residential homes
required
Master's degree or higher
Healthcare Setting (1+ years)
Valid Physical Therapist in the state of Pennsylvania (PA)
Valid Regular Driver License (DL) overview
As a Physical Therapist in our client's Home Health team, you will be responsible for providing Physical Therapy services to patients in their homes, assessing patient functioning levels, and developing treatment programs to improve independence and physical/cognitive functioning. You will also be involved in patient and caregiver education, supervision, and reporting on patient progress.
Key Responsibilities
● Perform Physical Therapy assessments and develop treatment programs
● Record and report patient's reaction to treatment and condition changes
● Instruct patients and caregivers in therapy programs and device use
● Supervise physical therapy assistant and, when appropriate, the certified nursing assistant
● Prepare reports and participate in staff and Agency development activities
Schedule and Shift Details
● Schedule: Monday-Friday; day shift (start & end times vary based on the patient needs) + 1 weekend every 6 weeks (Saturday & Sunday day shift w/scheduled patients) & 2 holidays per year (1 summer, 1 winter on a rotating basis); no on-call
Travel
● Local travel to residential homes
SojouRN Job ID #84REL.
Employer
SojouRN
Response timewithin a day
Travel jobs$600–6,406/week
Staff jobs$24–74/hour
Local contracts$24–74/hour
Per Diem / PRN roles$24–74/hour
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About Hershey, PA
Cost of Living
- The cost of living in Hershey, PA is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may match up with the higher cost of living due to the presence of major companies and institutions in the area.
Weather
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available in Hershey, PA, and can be found with relative ease due to the city's popularity as a tourist destination.
Transportation
- Hershey, PA is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is recommended for getting around the city and its surrounding areas.
Demographics
- Hershey, PA has a diverse population with a mix of different age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of flowers and trees in the area.
- The city is also known for its large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the Penn State University College of Medicine.
Things to Do
- Hershey, PA offers a variety of activities including visiting the Hershey Story Museum, exploring the Hershey Gardens, enjoying Hersheypark with its rides and roller coasters, and attending events at Hersheypark Stadium.
- There are also golf courses, museums, and other recreational opportunities.
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