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Physical Therapist (PT) Home Care $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Physical TherapistIncludes callIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region.

Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety.

These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

LV HOME CARE AND HOSPICE PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT) - HOME CARE FULL TIME DAYS $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS, APPLY TODAY! Summary Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers physical therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence.

Provides assessment of patient condition based on diagnosis from the referring physician. Develops and updates an appropriate plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family to assist in returning them to their prior level of function.

Improves and/or facilitates quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education. Helps people achieve fitness goals, regain or maintain their independence, and lead active lives. Job

Duties

Establishes and implements appropriate physical therapy plans of care to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.

Implements an individualized treatment plan through the use of skilled, evidence-based therapy techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities.

Provides physical therapy treatment consistent with the patients' needs assessment. Performs reassessment when indicated and modifies physical therapy plans accordingly.

Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to supervisor, physician(s), and other team members Implements a physical therapy plan of care to individuals based upon age-specific and population specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient/family directed approach.

Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate. Establishes a physical therapy treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames. Provides cost effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.

Completes and submits all documentation based on policies/standards and regulatory requirements.

Minimum

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing data gathered in the evaluation and identifying treatment diagnoses. Knowledge of physical therapy techniques. Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent physical therapy treatments.

Must be able to communicate with patients, family, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner. Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care only American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire PT - Licensed Physical Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Preferred

Qualifications

Master’s Degree Physical Therapy or Doctorate Physical Therapy 1 year clinical experience for Home Care Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight.

Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

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Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 2024 Lehigh St Primary Location: Allentown - 2024 Lehigh Street Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Mon - Fri; 8AM-4:30PM; weekend rotation Department: 1004-09129 Home Care - Physical Therapy - CC Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice.

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LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire.

If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluates and administers physical therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability for home care patients. Develops individualized treatment plans and provides evidence-based therapy to help patients reach maximum independence.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and a valid Pennsylvania state license. BLS certification and the ability to lift 40-50 lbs are mandatory, while a Master's or Doctorate is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentPlan Of Care Development

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 40% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks40 jobs · 37 employers

401k / retirement match
80%
CME allowance
70%
Sign-on bonus
63% this job
Loan repayment
28% this job
Relocation assistance
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,270 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Allentown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$312k
Typical market rent
$1,710/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.0
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental
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Retirement
Paid Time Off