Physical Therapist

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Physical Therapist restoring patient function through evidence-based treatment at Lehigh Valley Health Network. Assessing patients, developing care plans, and supporting independence.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timePittston • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and administering physical therapy programs, developing patient-centered treatment plans, and providing compassionate care while adhering to regulatory standards. Proficient in communication and collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure effective treatment outcomes.

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Licensed Physical Therapist, State Of PennsylvaniaBachelor’s Degree In Physical TherapyAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support CertificationKnowledge Of Physical Therapy TechniquesClinical Reasoning In Treatment Diagnosis

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentTreatment Plan DevelopmentTherapeutic ExercisesManual TechniquesFunctional Mobility TrainingActivities Of Daily Living TrainingDocumentation ComplianceCost-Effective Care DeliveryReassessment And Modification Of Treatment PlansAge-Specific Care

Soft Skills

Compassionate Patient CareEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationSupportive Interaction

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Physical Therapist, State Of PennsylvaniaAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Physical Therapy ProgramsPatient EducationRegulatory ComplianceHome CareDevelopmental Approach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate, plan, direct, and administer physical therapy programs
Assess patient condition based on referring physician diagnosis
Develop and update plans of care in collaboration with patients and families
Deliver prescribed exercise, hands-on care, patient education, therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities
Reassess patients and modify treatment plans as needed
Communicate patient progress and physical limitations to supervisors, physicians, and team members
Provide age-specific and population-specific care using a developmental and patient/family-directed approach
Establish treatment plans with measurable goals and time frames
Provide cost-effective care according to billing guidelines
Complete documentation in accordance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
Provide supervision as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
Sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing evaluation data and identifying treatment diagnoses
Knowledge of physical therapy techniques
Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and competent physical therapy treatments
Ability to communicate with patients, families, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner
Ability to travel to patient care assignments for Home Care only
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification, State of Pennsylvania, upon hire
Licensed Physical Therapist, State of Pennsylvania, upon hire
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 lbs.
Frequent to continuous standing and walking
Ability to perform role-specific activities including kneeling, bending, squatting, and CPR as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Great Place to Work® certified workplace
LVHN core values: Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence