Geriatric Physical Therapist — Daily Pay & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Career growth

Job summary

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York seeks an experienced Physical Therapist (PT) for our facility. The role includes assessment of referred patients, developing treatment plans, and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants to deliver patient-centered care.

We offer competitive pay with a daily pay option and benefits. Salary ranges from $37 to $45 per hour, with licensure in the state and experience in geriatric care preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Overseeing and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Well versed with documentation writing.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.
• Fully vaccinated (Covid-19 Vaccine)

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and develop treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care and document patient condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families on physical therapy methods and goals.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and coordinate with other disciplines to optimize care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Geriatric care

Documentation

Professional communication

Case Mix Index / PPS scheduling

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York seeks an experienced Physical Therapist (PT) for our facility. The role includes assessment of referred patients, developing treatment plans, and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants to deliver patient-centered care.

We offer competitive pay with a daily pay option and benefits. Salary ranges from $37 to $45 per hour, with licensure in the state and experience in geriatric care preferred.