Physical Therapist F/T

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Point Lookout (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rockville Centre, NY is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. New graduates are welcome to apply and will be supported as they provide direct patient care and develop individualized treatment plans.

The PT will assess patients, document progress, and educate families while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal, patient-centered outcomes in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold valid NY state license.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants preferred.
• Experience in long-term care/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and charting skills.
• Knowledge of PPS/case mix scheduling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct patient care.
• Develop and administer treatment plans with specific goals.
• Document patient condition and progress; maintain records.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.
• Oversee and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Time management

Education

Physical Therapy degree

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.