Physical Therapist - Eastern Long Island Hospital

Stony Brook University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in helping patients recover from injuries and surgeries, using a blend of physical activities, therapeutic techniques, and patient education. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, where you will not only provide direct patient care but also supervise therapy assistants and contribute to the education of future professionals. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a diverse and inclusive setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in physical therapy required; doctoral preferred.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in New York State mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute rehabilitation programs for patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams and supervise assistants.

Skills

Pain Management Techniques

Physical Activity and Rehabilitation

Patient Education

Interpersonal Skills

Assessment and Diagnosis

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Description - Physical Therapist - Eastern Long Island Hospital (2500340)

Department: Physical Therapy

Position Description: The Physical Therapist (PT) plans and executes rehabilitation programs to help patients return to a higher level of physical function after an accident or surgery. The PT will assist the patient in managing or lessening pain through a combination of physical activity, reflexology, massage, and muscular and skeletal manipulation. The PT evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with disorders that limit their abilities to move or function normally in daily life. Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual and grouped patients according to the principles of the American Physical Therapy Association. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare treatment team. Supervises physical therapy assistants, rehabilitation aides, and volunteers. Provides an educational in-service to the staff annually as assigned by the Supervisor. Provides holiday coverage in the acute care setting. Assumes the role of clinical instructor to physical therapy students as assigned by the Rehab Director or CCCE.

Experience: Experience with a wide range of patient age groups and injuries. One (1) year of acute care preferred. Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques. Experience assisting and directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants. Two (2) years of outpatient, adult (PT) experience. Three (3) years of adult orthopedic experience preferred. Orthopedic clinical specialist preferred.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in physical therapy from an approved physical therapy program is required.
• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy preferred.
• Licensed New York State Physical Therapist.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ("CPR") / Basic Life Support (BLS) and Automated External Defibrillator ("AED") certification is mandatory.
• Ability to create plans that involve stretching, strength training, exercises, and physical manipulation to help people recover.
• Ability to educate patients and families about what is possible and keep patients motivated during ongoing therapy.
• Track progress and report to patients and their families.

Physical Demands: Must possess the ability to perform maximum assist in transferring patients via wheelchair and maneuver equipment within and between departments. Demonstrates strengthening, flexibility exercises, and ambulation. Can perform manual muscle testing and range of motion. Compassion, attention to detail, dexterity, interpersonal skills, and stamina are required.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.

• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island, and related facilities.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBEILH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck!

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Eastern Long Island’s Employee Health Services.
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4-panel drug screen.
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

Company Overview:

As part of Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital (SBELIH) combines the best in academic and community medicine, improving access to advanced medical care for residents of the North Fork and Shelter Island. With 70 beds, SBELIH is Suffolk County’s first hospital, serving the North Fork since 1905. SBELIH provides care to 25,000 year-round residents and expands to 60,000 summer residents with comprehensive healthcare solutions, including behavioral health, medical-surgical, orthopedics and general surgery, wound care, interventional pain management and GI, advanced ambulatory care, diagnostic, and physical therapy services. The hospital is also a clinical campus and training site for Stony Brook Medicine, with its first SBELIH Psychiatry resident having graduated in 2022.

StaffCo is a Professional Employer Organization, commonly referred to as a PEO, duly organized and registered under the New York Professional Employer Organization law. StaffCo and SUNY have entered into a professional employer agreement under which StaffCo is the employer of Stony Brook Eastern Long Island employees and responsible for all aspects of employment, including hirings, promotions, disciplines, terminations, the day-to-day direction and supervision of work, as well as labor relations and collective bargaining. StaffCo is fully responsible for providing all payroll and human resources services, including the payment of wages, collecting and reporting payroll taxes and maintaining any and all employee benefits. SUNY Stony Brook Hospital is responsible for the operation of the hospital and provision of health care and is the co-employer as is necessary to conduct its responsibilities and for related licensure, regulatory or statutory requirements and obligations.

Given StaffCo’s employment responsibilities, it is deemed the “employer” for employment and labor law purposes. Thus, the employees are private sector employees of StaffCo, not public sector employees of SUNY. The private sector nature of the StaffCo employees has been approved by NYS Civil Service and upheld in a decision by the US National Labor Relations Board.

Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.

Job Number:

2500340

Job Field:

Physical Therapy

Primary Location:

Department/Hiring Area: Physical Therapy

Schedule:

Full-time

Shift:

Variable Shift Hours: Days variable 7am to 7pm