Physical Therapist - Full Time - Days - RNC

Mohawk Valley Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Health System is seeking a Physical Therapist for a full-time, day-shift position in New York. The PT will examine, evaluate, diagnose, and plan care, coordinating with the rehab team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires NYS licensure with 1 year of staff PT experience; a DPT or Master’s degree is preferred. The department emphasizes safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science program in Physical Therapy per APTA standards.
• New York State Physical Therapist licensure and registration required.
• One-year experience as a staff physical therapist under qualified supervision.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete patient history and current condition.
• Perform a complete system review of the patient.
• Complete test and measures.
• Determine appropriateness for PT treatment after examination.
• Refer to other practitioners as needed.
• Develop a plan of care with interventions and timing.
• Reexamine to modify interventions as needed.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and timely.

Skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

DPT or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

New York State Physical Therapist licensure and registration

Job description

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Physical Therapist - Full Time - Days - RNC

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and the outcomes of the patient/client as described in the New York State Physical Therapy Practice Act and Guide to Physical Therapy Practice (APTA). The therapist assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while teaching them to live within the limits of their capabilities. The PT coordinates, delegates and supervises appropriate responsibilities assigned to support staff (Physical Therapist Assistants, students, rehab aides, etc.). Interacts and practices in collaboration with a variety of interdisciplinary professionals to provide prevention and wellness services including screening and health promotion.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Obtains a complete patient past medical history and history of present condition
• Performs a complete system review of the patient
• Completes accurate and appropriate test and measures
• Determines the appropriateness for physical therapy treatment following the examination.
• Recognizes and makes appropriate referral to another practitioner as needed.
• Determines the physical therapy diagnosis based on the physical therapy examination
• Determines the amount of time required to reach the optimal level of improvement
• Develops a plan of care that specifies the interventions to be used and their timing and frequency
• Conducts a reexamination to determine changes in patient/client status and to modify or redirect interventions as appropriate
• Uses various physical therapy procedures and techniques to produce changes in the condition that are consistent with the diagnosis and prognosis
• Observes and evaluates treatment effect, and makes changes to the plan of care as needed
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient and therapist safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
• Performs patient/ family education timely to prevent delays in discharge
• Demonstrates the ability to treat patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
• Determines the anticipated goals and expected outcomes for the episode of care
• Participates in outcomes data collection and analysis to determine the effectiveness of intervention
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation that meets current standards and policies
• Interacts professionally with patients/ families and involves the patient/ family in the formation of the plan of care
• Maintains current patient schedule board or book
• Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science program in Physical Therapy with curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• New York State Physical Therapist licensure and registration.
• One-year experience as a staff physical therapist under qualified supervision.

PREFERRED

• DPT or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• New York State Physical Therapist licensure and registration.

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Req Id 97436
Department PHYSICAL THERAPY - FLOAT
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 8.50
FTE 1
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-LONG TERM CARE
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $34.00 - $50.00 Hourly