<p>A long-term care facility in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is recruiting a licensed Physical Therapist for a permanent, direct-hire position. This is a stable, full-time role with a consistent daytime schedule, competitive hourly compensation, and the opportunity to build meaningful, longitudinal relationships with a long-term patient population. Lancaster's combination of low cost of living, strong community character, and proximity to major Mid-Atlantic metros makes this an attractive destination for clinicians seeking roots and quality of life.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay rate: $38.00 – $44.00 per hour</li> <li>Permanent, direct-hire employment — not a contract or travel assignment</li> <li>Consistent daytime schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Long-term care facility setting with a stable, established patient census</li> <li>Clinical focus on improving patient mobility, strength, and functional independence</li> <li>Responsibility for developing and implementing individualized, patient-centered care plans</li> <li>Collaborative interdisciplinary team model with shared accountability for patient outcomes</li> <li>Documentation of patient progress required — strong charting discipline expected</li> <li>Daytime-only schedule with no evening, overnight, or weekend shifts indicated</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active Physical Therapist (PT) license in Pennsylvania, or eligibility to obtain licensure</li> <li>Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent)</li> <li>Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting preferred</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary clinical team</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Lancaster, Pennsylvania sits in the heart of Lancaster County — one of the most scenic and historically rich regions in the Mid-Atlantic, known for its rolling farmland, vibrant downtown arts scene, and nationally recognized restaurant culture. The city offers a low cost of living relative to nearby Philadelphia (roughly 70 miles east) and Baltimore (roughly 80 miles south), making it an excellent choice for clinicians who want urban amenities within reach without urban price tags. Strong public and private school options, a tight-knit community feel, and easy access to outdoor recreation in the surrounding Pennsylvania countryside round out the lifestyle appeal.</p>