Outpatient Physical Therapist – Neuro/Orthopedic Rehab Expert

Catholic Health Services; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health's St. Charles Campus in Port Jefferson is seeking an outpatient rehabilitation therapist to evaluate and treat patients with mobility, ADL, or cognitive challenges, coordinating with physicians and families.

The role emphasizes timely evaluations within 24 hours, daily documentation in EPIC, and guiding a team including PTAs and students. Requires NY license and BLS by probation end; Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
• New York State license and BLS by end of probation.
• Experience with EPIC documentation and excellent communication.
• Outpatient setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and plan care for patients with mobility and ADL impairments.
• Document progress in EPIC and communicate with physicians.
• Develop measurable short- and long-term goals with patients.
• Oversee student and PTA performance.
• Prepare for discharge with home exercise programs.
• Participate in team conferences and care coordination.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation (EPIC)

Customer service

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Catholic Health's St. Charles Campus in Port Jefferson is seeking an outpatient rehabilitation therapist to evaluate and treat patients with mobility, ADL, or cognitive challenges, coordinating with physicians and families.

The role emphasizes timely evaluations within 24 hours, daily documentation in EPIC, and guiding a team including PTAs and students. Requires NY license and BLS by probation end; Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.