Physical Therapist

University of Vermont Health Network; Town of Elizabethtown (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health Network – ECH Outpatient Rehabilitation in Elizabethtown, NY seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide therapy to patients and help improve movement and quality of life.

You will diagnose and manage movement dysfunction, work with multidisciplinary teams, educate patients and families, and support discharge planning.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; NY license or eligibility to be licensed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to patients in varying states of health and illness and work within multidisciplinary teams to plan and deliver care.
• Educate patients and families and assist with discharge planning to promote continued progress after therapy.

Skills

Clinical PT skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

New York state licensure or eligibility

Job description

Building Name: ECH - Outpatient Rehabilitation

Location Address: 78 Park St., Elizabethtown New York

Regular

Department: ECH - Physical Therapy

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:

Shift: Day-8Hr

Primary Shift: -

Weekend Needs: None

Salary Range: Min $39.95 Mid $49.94 Max $59.93

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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