Physical Therapist F/T

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Rockville Center is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The PT will assess patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide direct patient care to support recovery and functional independence.

New graduates are welcome to apply. The role requires NY licensure, supervision of PT Assistants, and strong documentation skills. Compensation is up to $44 per hour, with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice physical therapy in NY state.
• Experience with long-term care and geriatric populations preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients for rehabilitation needs and provide direct patient care.
• Develop and administer treatment programs with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Document patient progress, including evaluations, progress notes, and discharges.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Collaboration

Time management

Clinical excellence

Education

Graduated from accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Rockville Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to join our ever-growing rehabilitation team.

New graduates are welcome to apply!!

Responsibilities Include:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Physical Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Physical Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of NY
• The Physical Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

Shifts:

• All positions.

Compensation - up to $44 per hour

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Rockville Center has a proud tradition of commitment to caring. Our mission is to promote and maintain each individuals highest level of independence and health in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. Our staff adheres to the highest medical practice standards and will develop a care plan to match the unique preferences and needs of each resident. Their un-equated professionalism and superb loving care are the very heart ofRockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Rockville Center s commitment to excellence.

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Rockville Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.