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Tower Health

Physical Therapist

Tower Health, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States, 19610


Responsibilities:Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of physical therapy. Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist.Supervises assistants, aides, and students.Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum.Maintains working relationships with: Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.

Salary range is $35.07/hour - $67.00/hour depending upon years of experience and level (based on our CAP level determination).

Our CAP (Career Advancement Program) allows Therapists to be hired at one of four different levels; each level has it's own salary band, allowing for continuous growth opportunities.

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Qualifications:

Education Requirements

4 year/Bachelor's Degree

Experience

Relevant experience

Certification and Licensure

PA Physical Therapy LicensePA Physical Therapy Temp Licensure will be consideredBLS Certification within 60 days of hire or transfer

Required Skills

Excellent Communications SkillsExcellent Interpersonal SkillsMicrosoft Office ApplicationsOverview:

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.

Helping patients achieve each and every milestone on their road to recovery.

For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life – from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs – is here, all under one roof.

Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art-technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.

Our facility offers:

A 62-bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit including an 11-bed secured Brain Injury UnitA 50-bed Transitional Sub-Acute Unit for skilled careHighly skilled therapistsSpeech, physical, and occupational therapy programmingTherapeutic recreation and activitiesSpacious private rooms with large private bathrooms and flat screen televisionsAquatic therapy poolOn-site pharmacy, laboratory, and radiological servicesOutdoor therapeutic gardenComfortable lounges with flat screen televisions, computers, and free internet accessPlenty of visiting areas for patients, friends, and familiesEasy access and free parking

WHY READING HOSPITAL?

Magnet® designated, 697-bed hospital with 115-bed ED, Level I Trauma Center, and Level III NICUHave your voice heard through shared governanceRecognized by Healthgrades 50 Best Hospitals™ Award (2022-2024)Reading Hospital is the only hospital in the region accredited by both the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and The Joint Commission.Accreditation by CARF is evidence that Reading Hospital strives to improve efficiency, fiscal health, and service delivery – creating a foundation for continuous quality improvement and consumer satisfaction. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting certain performance standards.

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