Physical Therapist - per diem (Perelman) at Penn Medicine

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

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Summary:

• The Physical Therapist, PRN has the training and experience to evaluate, diagnose and treat movement dysfunction through personalized patient care. The person filling this role will have significant knowledge and competency in facial physical therapy and vestibular rehabilitation, obtained through continuing studies and mentorship by an expert in that advanced skill group. Participates in departmental research activities. Maintains an adequate knowledgebase and excellence in clinical care while constantly adapting to the evolving healthcare environment. The Physical Therapist will function as an integral member of a multidisciplinary care team and collaborates effectively with physicians, audiologists, advanced practice providers, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals within the organization and with external partners as appropriate. Success in this role requires excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities:

• Patient care accountabilities including evaluation, counseling and treating patients of varying ages and abilities. Includes maintenance of confidentiality and provision of exemplary customer care
• Safety accountabilities including use of best practices for audiologic patient care, compliance with safety education and all service standards
• Collaborates and communicates professionally and effectively with staff and faculty within and outside the department
• Adheres to all departmental and health system policies and compliance requisites
• Effectively communicates and ensures understanding of Penn Medicine mission, vision and values
• Actively seeks out training and mentorship in an advanced audiologic procedures/treatments

Credentials:

• Physical Therapist (Required)
• ABPTS Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic PT preferred.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Education Specialization: Doctoral of Physical Therapy Equivalent Experience (preferred) with 3+ years 3 or more years of experience working independently as a physical therapist

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.

Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.