Physical Therapist

Home Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health in New York offers a physical therapy role focused on diagnosing and treating movement dysfunction to optimize patients' quality of life. Therapists work with multidisciplinary teams and teach patients and families for continued care after discharge.

The position emphasizes professional growth and engagement in ongoing improvement of patient care within a dynamic clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice Physical Therapy in New York.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to patients with varying health states.
• Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction to improve physical and functional abilities.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers for post-discharge care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and participate in quality improvement.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in New York

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provides physical therapy to patients in varying states of health and illness. Physical therapists diagnose and manage movement dysfunction, enhance physical and functional abilities, and promote optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health. Physical therapists prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries.

Physical therapists function as an essential member of therapy and multidisciplinary teams providing direct care to patients. They teach and prepare patients/families and caregivers for continued care after discharge. The physical therapist may be involved in consultative services within the organization and in the community. The physical therapist demonstrates dedication to professional growth and development and to the continuous improvement of patient care.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's of Science or higher degree from an Accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of New York.

EXPERIENCE:

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