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Physical Therapist - AHN Sports Performance and Physical Therapy - Wexford Plaza

Highmark Health • Wexford, PA 15090 • Posted 24 days ago

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The Physical Therapist at AHN Sports Performance and Physical Therapy in Wexford Plaza evaluates and treats patients with injuries or diseases resulting in loss of physical or functional abilities. This role involves performing initial and ongoing assessments, establishing goals and plans of care, and utilizing physical therapy techniques to treat patients. The therapist also documents according to departmental and regulatory standards and participates in operational improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition and establishes goals and plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
  • Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard, and, possibly specialized, physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
  • Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital and regulatory standards.
  • Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement, including committees and educational offerings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • State licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligible
  • CPR - American Heart Association
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
  • Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

  • Master's Degree
  • Current state driver's license

About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is a prominent healthcare company in the United States, offering health insurance plans, healthcare services, and hospital networks. It operates under the Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield brand, providing coverage for individuals, families, and businesses, along with dental and vision insurance, Medicare plans, and a network of hospitals including Allegheny Health Network. Highmark Health is focused on delivering high-quality healthcare services, improving population health, and investing in digital health technologies to enhance patient care and wellness.

Full Job Description

**Company :**

Allegheny Health Network

**Job Description :**

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Evaluates and treats patients with injuries or diseases resulting in loss of physical or functional abilities; supervises work performed by support personnel; effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families and members of the healthcare team.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition and establishes goals and plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.

+ Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard, and, possibly specialized, physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.

+ Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital and regulatory standards.

+ Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement, including committees and educational offerings.

+ Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ State licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligible.

+ CPR - American Heart Association

+ Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate

+ Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

+ Master's Degree.

+ Current state driver's license.

**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._

**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._

_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._

_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._

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Req ID: J250078