Geriatric Physical Therapist - Daily Pay & Growth

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Kings Park (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York seeks an experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to provide direct patient care, assess rehabilitation needs, and design treatment plans for residents.

The role includes documenting progress, coordinating with the care team, and educating patients and families. Competitive hourly pay: $37–$45, with benefits and growth opportunities. COVID-19 vaccination required.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid PT license and state registration.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and patient-records skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Covid-19 vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and determine rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment plans.
• Document patient progress, evaluations, and discharge plans.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Coordinate with physicians and care teams.

Skills

Direct patient care

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient service skills

Professionalism

Education

Accredited PT program

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Job description

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York seeks an experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to provide direct patient care, assess rehabilitation needs, and design treatment plans for residents.

The role includes documenting progress, coordinating with the care team, and educating patients and families. Competitive hourly pay: $37–$45, with benefits and growth opportunities. COVID-19 vaccination required.