Physical Therapist

Prnphysicaltherapy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 119,925 - 166,050; Part time

Job summary

PRN Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, an affiliate of The Weston Group, seeks a per diem Physical Therapist to partner with patients to restore motion and maximize function. You will implement evidence-based interventions and customize plans to improve mobility and quality of life.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited physical therapy program and state licensure. The role emphasizes flexible scheduling, collaboration with other health professionals, and patient-centered

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy curriculum.
• Licensed to practice physical therapy in the practicing state.

Responsibilities

• Identify and meet patients' goals and needs.
• Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve motion and mobility.
• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery.
• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques.
• Create fitness and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients' needs.
• Provide quality, personalized, evidence-based care and proven interventions.
• Motivate patients during treatment to help them function optimally.
• Promote clients' healthy lifestyle by improving strength, balance and coordination.
• Consult and practice with other health professionals.
• Evaluate effects and monitor progress and document patient care services.

Skills

Intensive education & clinical

Interpersonal communication

Patient management

Current treatment knowledge

Professional behavior

Drive to learn

Education

Accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Description

PRN Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, an affiliate of The Weston Group, is dedicated to providing evidence-based, person-centered therapeutic services to residents. We are proud to remain a therapist-owned and operated company that believes in a unique and innovative approach to geriatric care.

We're looking for a per diem Physical Therapist to act as the patient's partner throughout the trip of restoring motion and ensuring that the client will function at their personal best. As a result, you will maximize the quality of life and movement potential within the promotion, prevention, diagnosis, treatment or intervention, and rehabilitation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and meet patients' goals and needs.


• Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients' motion and mobility


• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery


• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques


• Create fitness and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients' specific needs


• Provide quality, personalized, and evidence-based care and proven interventions


• Motivate patients during treatment to help them function optimally


• Promote clients' healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination


• Consult and practice with other health professionals


• Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress


• Document patient care services

SKILLS

• Intensive education and clinical expertise


• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities


• Current knowledge of treatment practices


• Drive to learn and grow continually


• Professional behavior


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Requirements

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Physical therapists must be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum.

LICENSURE OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

Physical therapists must be licensed in the state practicing by the Board of Physical Therapy.