Physical Therapist

University of Vermont Health; Town of Elizabethtown (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health seeks a licensed physical therapist to provide patient-centered care across varying health states. You will assess movement dysfunction and design treatment plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote quality of life through movement.

You will educate patients and families, deliver direct care, and participate in community outreach. The role emphasizes professional growth and continuous improvement of patient care within a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to patients in varying states of health and illness.
• Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction and enhance physical and functional abilities.
• Teach and prepare patients, families, and caregivers for continued care after discharge.
• Engage in consultative services within the organization and in the community.

Skills

Clinical PT

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed to practice in New York (or eligible)

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.

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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