Join Our Team at UPMC’s Costello Center!

UPMC is excited to announce an opening for a Full-Time Physical Therapist to join our dedicated team at the Costello Center. This role offers the opportunity to work daylight hours, Monday through Friday, providing a great work-life balance.

About the Role:

As a Staff Physical Therapist, you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient care by:

• Reviewing patient charts and performing initial assessments.

• Developing and implementing personalized treatment plans.

• Administering a variety of physical therapy treatments and modalities.

• Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as needed.

• Documenting all treatments and patient interactions, including discharge planning and patient education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate patient status to referring physicians and other healthcare team members.

• Serve as a clinical instructor for physical therapy students, residents, and fellows.

• Maintain professional licensure through ongoing education and professional development.

• Perform assessments, reassessments, and treatments for patients of all ages.

• Supervise physical therapist assistants and collaborate on patient care plans.

• Rotate through different treatment areas to meet organizational needs.

• Actively participate in staff meetings and in-service education programs.

• Maintain thorough documentation of all services rendered.

• Provide home care instructions to patients and their families.

• Schedule patients to ensure productivity and quality care.

Why UPMC?

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a supportive and skilled healthcare team.

• Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of patients by helping them achieve their therapeutic goals.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate physical therapist looking to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply!

Graduate of an accredited program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

An active license in the practicing state is required.

CPR is required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Physical Therapist (PT)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran