Physical Therapist

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to supervise patient care activities and train staff. The role involves implementing treatment plans, maintaining documentation, and evaluating patient needs in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Paid Holidays and Vacation

College Tuition Discounts

Qualifications

• Valid license to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York.
• 3-5 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises patient care activities and staff training.
• Implements treatment plans and maintains documentation.
• Evaluates physical therapy needs and provides rehabilitation.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Patient Care

Education

Physical Therapist License

Advanced Degree

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue is America’s oldest public hospital, established in 1736. Affiliated with the NYU School of Medicine, the 844-bed hospital is a major referral center for highly complex cases, with its 6,000 employees including highly skilled, interdisciplinary clinical staff. It sees more than 110,000 emergency room visits and 500,000 outpatient visits annually. Bellevue is an academic medical institution of international renown. We have served as an incubator for major innovations in public health, medical science, and medical education. Bellevue is a Level I Trauma Center delivering around-the-clock care in adult, pediatric, psychiatric and pediatric psychiatric emergencies as well as in the nationally-designated categories of cardiology, neurology, toxicology, and neonatology. In addition to providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient state-of-the-art care Bellevue is a city-wide medical specialty referral source. Bellevue’s clinical centers of excellence include: Emergency Medicine and Trauma Care; Cardiovascular Services; Designated Regional Perinatal Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (ICU); Comprehensive Children’s Psychiatric Emergency Program; and Cancer Services.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #1: Supervision of patient care activities: Monitors treatments to ensure efficient and effective delivery of service. Assists in the assignment of patients of individual therapists to ensure effectiveness of patient care. Fosters the development of innovative patient care programs through supervision and being a role model for staff in the implementation of quality patient care programs. Participates in activities (e.g.

Huddles, team conferences), to ensure continuity of patient care.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #2: Orientation and training of staff/Evaluation and Counseling of staff.

Implements established orientation and training programs for staff members on a rotating basis. Actively participates in the evaluation and counseling of all levels of staff, students, and other personnel assigned to the unit. Reviews unit organization, procedures, and protocols to thoroughly acquaint staff with their roles in their unit.

Encourages continued professional growth by providing both verbal and written supervisory support which will enhance staff performance. Maintains an awareness of Medical Center disciplinary procedures for implementation in a timely and appropriate manner.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #3: Implementation and documentation of treatment plan and interventions.

Assists in maintaining all required departmental and unit records. Assists in determining what documentation is required to adequately document P.T. programs and conforms to standards required by the Medical Center and outside regulatory agencies.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #4: Coordinates the recommendation, procurement, and delivery procedures of equipment necessary for patients through the PT service. Works in conjunction with other management to keep abreast of new equipment available and participates in the evaluation of such equipment for patient needs. Assists in the utilization, maintenance, and storage of supplies and equipment of the unit as determined by the unit supervisor.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #5: Participates in in-service programs, conferences, and consultations. Ensures ongoing enhancement of current level of skills and knowledge for self and supervising staff. Designs a personal plan of development in clinical, managerial, and professional areas through higher education, reading professional journals, attending professional seminars, etc. Is a role model for the staff in this area of professionalism.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #6: Promotes effective communication between all staff members and interdepartmental personnel. Maintains confidentiality of all patient, physician, and hospital related information.

Demonstrates well thorough, effective (verbal and written) communications.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #7: Demonstrates good managerial judgment by conducting each aspect of supervision in a fair, firm, consistent, and objective manner. Makes good judgments which are based on gathering and analyzing, factual and objective data is able to interpret policies/procedures in order to make a sound independent decision. Makes decisions in a timely manner and develops an awareness and understanding of the responsibilities of the unit.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #8: Clinical training of fieldwork and non-fieldwork students. Teaches and supervises assigned students in the appropriate techniques, skills and procedures. Demonstrates a genuine interest in assisting students in enhancing their knowledge and skill levels. Encourages positive learning experiences for Career Opportunity Students and other Non-Fieldwork students/participants.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #9: Planning and time utilization. Work is done in an efficient and organized manner which is demonstrated by clear, advanced planning. Demonstrates the ability to multi-task and be flexible to unexpected changes and prioritizes in an appropriate, timely fashion. Coordinates personal work and the work for the staff to achieve efficiency in addition to quality patient care.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY #10: Evaluates physical therapy needs and implements comprehensive, medically prescribed physical treatment to assigned patients in a supervised program of rehabilitation. Demonstrates a variety of treatment approaches.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Valid license and current registration to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED); or,
2. Valid limited permit to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by NYSED.

Department Preferences

Membership in professional organization

Medical-Surgical Experience needed

Advanced degree in professional area or health management

3-5 years of experience

How To Apply

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities