Physical Therapist

Personal Healthcare Management LLC; City of Salamanca (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Compensation

Great Benefits Package

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Personal Healthcare Management LLC is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join our skilled nursing facility team in New York.

You will evaluate residents, devise treatment plans, and work with an interdisciplinary team to restore mobility and independence. The role emphasizes compliance with Medicare/Medicaid guidelines and maintaining clinical documentation.

Candidates should have geriatric experience and strong communication, with the ability to supervise assistants and educate staff.

Qualifications

• Must possess an unencumbered NYS Registered Physical Therapist license.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher; DPT or international equivalent recommended.
• Geriatric experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Proficient with standard clinical software and charting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Screen residents for rehabilitation therapy needs.
• Perform PT evaluations per physician order.
• Establish and carry out plan of care for treatments.
• Administer PT treatments and modalities per plan.
• Adjust treatment intensity based on patient response.
• Document progress toward PT goals.
• Discharge residents when appropriate.
• Supervise PT assistants and support staff.
• Provide education to residents, staff, and families.
• Participate in discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

NYS license

Geriatric experience

Driver's license

Computer skills

Independent work

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

DPT or equivalent

Job description

We offer the Following:

• Premium Compensation
• Great Benefits Package
• Professional Growth & Stability

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must possess a current unencumbered NYS license as a Registered Professional Physical Therapist, Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy or international equivalent
• Geriatric experience preferred
• A current unrestricted driver’s license and dependable transportation
• Able to use necessary computer applications
• Ability to function independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to positively give and receive oral and written direction

Essential Job Functions:

• Screens residents for rehabilitation therapy needs
• Completes Physical Therapy evaluations upon physician order
• Establishes Physical Therapy plan of care for treatments per physician order
• Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities
• Modifies treatment program level, intensity and techniques based on the resident’s response to specific treatment plan
• Documents resident progress toward Physical Therapy goals
• Discharges residents from Physical Therapy services when appropriate
• Makes appropriate recommendations for nursing regarding mobility, positioning and ROM resident needs
• Completes Daily Activity Schedule, progress notes and re-certifications per facility policy.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed assistive personnel
• Provides resident, staff and family education and in-servicing
• Demonstrates working knowledge of Medicare Part A PPS case management
• Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy
• Utilizes the clinical software applications per policies and procedures
• Completes care plans and MDS as directed, per facility policy
• Participates in the discharge planning process with the interdisciplinary team
• Participates in facility meetings and committees as assigned
• Submits required reports and documentation in accordance with established acceptable time frames
• Participates in internal audits as directed
• Possess a strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other payment sources and their responsibility in the SNF setting
• Utilizes proper body mechanics, techniques and safety while completing job duties and responsibilities.
• Maintains current professional knowledge of practice of Physical Therapy and practices within acceptable professional standards
• Complies with all facility policies and procedures
• Maintains confidentiality of facility and resident information
• Respects all residents all resident rights
• Reports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediately
• Recommends corrective action plan for all identified problems

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.