Lead Physical Therapist – Geriatric Rehab & Long-Term Care

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Great Neck Gardens (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Healthcare Center in New York is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term care settings. You will develop individualized treatment plans, document progress, and educate patients and families under physician direction.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, goal setting, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. NY licensure, accreditation, and experience in geriatric care are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice PT in NY and graduated from an accredited PT program.
• A goal-driven clinician with strong documentation habits and patient-focused care.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric rehabilitation is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and document patient progress accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and potential for recovery.
• Provide direct patient care to evaluate medical condition and functional status.
• Develop, implement, and monitor a treatment plan with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Document patient condition, progress, and outcomes in medical records.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, exercises, and safety measures.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Professionalism

Clinical excellence

HIPAA compliance

Case mix PPS scheduling

Education

Accredited PT program

Job description

Glengariff Healthcare Center in New York is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term care settings. You will develop individualized treatment plans, document progress, and educate patients and families under physician direction.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, goal setting, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. NY licensure, accreditation, and experience in geriatric care are highly valued.