Physical Therapist

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York is seeking a Physical Therapist to document and assess patient conditions, develop treatment plans, and implement discharge strategies. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and a New York State License, with strong communication skills and a preference for bilingual candidates fluent in Spanish. This opportunity allows you to work in a compassionate environment dedicated to serving diverse communities.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years’ experience as a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Document and record the patient's condition.
• Initial Assessment and Evaluation of Physical Therapy needs.
• Selects appropriate assessment tools for treatment plan.
• Develops and implements discharge plan with care team.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Bilingual, fluent Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

New York State Physical Therapy License

Job description

At Essen Health Care, we care for that! As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.

Job Summary

• Document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in a suitable physical therapy method
• Initial Assessment and Evaluation of Physical Therapy needs for specifically assigned patient populations.
• Reviews medical chart to ascertain important medical information and clarifies referral
• Selects appropriate assessment tools and methods in order to accurately determine the patient's status for developing optimal treatment plan. /Treatment orders if necessary for unfamiliar diagnosis
• Develops and implements discharge plan in conjunction with patient, care partners and other members of the care team.
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy.
• New York State Physical Therapy License
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• 0-1 years’ experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Bilingual, fluent Spanish strongly preferred

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.