Experienced Physical Therapist — Growth & LTC Pay

Water's Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation and Nursing; Middle Island (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Water’s Edge Rehab and Nursing Center at Port Jefferson is seeking an Experienced Physical Therapist (PT) for our facility. The PT will assess referred patients, establish rehab programs, and document patient status while educating patients and families.

Supervising PT Assistants and collaborating with all disciplines are essential for delivering patient-centered care. Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, a valid license/registration, and experience in long-term or

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Valid state license and registration.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Experience with evaluations, progress notes, recertifications, and discharge documents.
• Collaborates with other disciplines for patient-centered care.
• Maintains confidentiality and HIPPA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and determine rehab needs.
• Develop and administer treatment plans with goals.
• Document patient status and progress.
• Educate patients and families in therapy techniques.
• Oversee and direct Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Adhere to schedule and maintain professionalism.

Skills

PT license

Patient care

Documentation

Education

PT degree

Job description

Water’s Edge Rehab and Nursing Center at Port Jefferson is seeking an Experienced Physical Therapist (PT) for our facility. The PT will assess referred patients, establish rehab programs, and document patient status while educating patients and families.

Supervising PT Assistants and collaborating with all disciplines are essential for delivering patient-centered care. Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, a valid license/registration, and experience in long-term or