Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for PT/PTAs, that are interested in working through ShiftMed in the state of Pennsylvania.
Required Documents:
First documents you will need to upload prior to completing your profile and uploading state specific requirements:
When signing up to work with ShiftMed in the app you will then be prompted to enter your
Proof of Identification (DL, Photo ID, Passport, etc.)
Social Security Number
Professional License (1+ years of experience)
You can upload multiple Professional Licenses and any Specialties if applicable.
NOTE that you must have a Professional License through the state of Pennsylvania.
Once uploaded you will be prompted to sign your documents and upload the required credentials for your state. Keep in mind some Facilities may have additional requirements aside from the state specifics. See below for more information on what your state requires.
Required Documents:
Documents that must be signed in the ShiftMed App before you can start uploading credentials:
Training Manual - complete directly within the app using the tap to sign feature
Company Handbook - complete directly within the app using the tap to sign feature
TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form
Required Credentials:
Documents that must be uploaded into the ShiftMed App before you can start claiming shifts:
Annual Physical Exam (completed within the last year)
2-step PPD or TB Blood Test (completed within the last year) or Chest X-Ray (completed within the last 5 years)
COVID-19 Vaccine - All HCPs must have either a COVID-19 Vaccination or must complete a Medical or Religious Exemption form in the app.
Additional Credentials:
Please note that additional facility specific credentials could be asked of you when attempting to claim a shift. These are NOT required for you to be hired by ShiftMed. These are special requirements that some of our partner facilities require. For more information on Facility Specific Credentials, CLICK HERE.
License Certificate - The Professional License Certificate credential in the app is used to contain a document that a state’s licensing body issues after a healthcare professional has met the state requirements and passed a specific licensing exam for a particular professional license type.
Get 2 References - there are a few partner facilities that require verified references before claiming a shift - please enter mobile numbers for your references
MMR - some of our partner facilities require this credential before claiming a shift
Flu Shot - some of our partner facilities in the area do require a flu shot during flu season
Varicella - some of our partner facilities require this credential before claiming a shift
Hep B Vaccine - Some ShiftMed facility partners require healthcare professionals to show proof of completing the hepatitis B vaccination series or a titer test.
Physicians statement of Good Health - A statement of health from your physician is a document that clearly states that you are in good physical and mental health and free of any communicable diseases. This is required if you are in the states of Wisconsin or Pennsylvania.
Online Learning Certification: We have partnered with some of our Acute Health Systems to provide learning modules for our RNs, CNAs, and RTs. These modules vary based on specialty, location, and previous experience with the facility. You must complete these modules to be able to claim shifts at the facility.
Forms To Complete:
Complete Checkr consent to start a Criminal Background Check (PA Patch Background Check) - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature once you have uploaded your Physical, TB Test and ID - Under My Credentials scroll to Background Check - it will be listed as Missing - select - and then complete the consent form in the app
Personal Information Release Acknowledgement
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Active Professional PA PT or PTA License
CheckR Background Check + PA PATCH Criminal Background Check (completed within the last year)
Proof of Residency - *Please see special requirements below for details
Clear record on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion Check
Clear record on the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check (PT Specific)
Special Requirements:
Proof of Residency: please check your email for details to submit PA Proof of Residency
PA Residency - requires an FBI Background through the Department of Aging if either NOT a resident of PA or has not been a resident of PA for the past 2-years.
If you have been a resident of PA for over 2+ years we can accept a PA issued ID that was issued at least 2 years ago.
if PA ID was issued less than 2 years from the hire date you can supply two of the following documents: Previous PA ID, Utility Bill, Tax Statements, Credit or Bank Statement, Mortgage, Rental Lease. The documents must contain your full legal name, PA address and a date that is from 2+ years ago.
If ID is not a PA ID an FBI BGC through the PA Department of Aging is needed.
Upload your credentials in the ShiftMed app.
If you have any questions, reach out to us in chat by going into the ShiftMed App > Menu > Help Center > Help Articles & Chat > Messages > Send Us A Message!
Pennsylvania PT/PTA State Credentialing Checklist
Completed in the ShiftMed App | Completed in the ShiftMed App | ShiftMed Credentialing Team will complete internally (Not visible in app) |
ShiftMed Required Credentials | Additional Credentials (May be required at specific facilities) | ShiftMed Required Checks |
Credentials: ☐ Pennsylvania PT/PTA Professional License (1+ years experience) ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ TB Test (PPD, Blood Test or Chest X-Ray) ☐ Form I9
Consent Forms: ☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook ☐ Personal Information Release Acknowledgement | Credentials: ☐ MMR ☐ Flu Shot ☐ Resume | Background & Registry Checks: ☐ Dependent on Proof of residency - FBI Background through the Department of Aging ☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check ☐ System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check (PT Specific) |