Acute Care Physical Therapist – Weekend Coverage

Community Memorial Hospital, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 60,614; Full time

Job summary

Community Memorial Hospital, Inc. in Hamilton, NY seeks a licensed physical therapist to provide skilled PT evaluations and treatments across acute care and inpatient settings. Weekend coverage is a primary responsibility to maintain continuity of care for hospitalized patients.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, NY licensure, and ability to work independently with strong collaboration across disciplines. EMR proficiency and BLS are expected.

Qualifications

• Must hold state licensure to practice physical therapy in NY.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and treat patients across acute care settings.
• Experience with weekend coverage and prioritizing high-acuity cases.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled PT evaluations and treatment for acute care, med/surg, Swing Bed, observation, and ED patients.
• Primarily covers Saturdays to ensure continuity of care and weekend evaluations.
• Develops individualized treatment plans with short- and long-term goals.
• Collaborates with physicians and disciplines to plan discharge and rehab needs.
• Completes timely documentation in the EMR and participates in rounds.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Communication

Independent weekend work

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR systems familiarity

Job description

Community Memorial Hospital, Inc. in Hamilton, NY seeks a licensed physical therapist to provide skilled PT evaluations and treatments across acute care and inpatient settings. Weekend coverage is a primary responsibility to maintain continuity of care for hospitalized patients.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, NY licensure, and ability to work independently with strong collaboration across disciplines. EMR proficiency and BLS are expected.