Physical Therapist - Geriatric Rehab, Growth & Competitive Pay

Sayville Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Bayport (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxor at Sayville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care, assess rehabilitation needs, and create treatment plans for patients in a long-term care setting. The PT will educate patients and families, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered outcomes.

The role requires licensure, an accredited PT program, and strong documentation skills, with a focus on professionalism and

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Oversee and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Proficient in documentation writing.
• Conduct evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborate with all disciplines for patient-centered care.
• Provide exceptional patient service and clinical excellence.
• Report to work on time and maintain professional conduct.
• Perform duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals.
• Document patient condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families in physical therapy methods.
• Collaborate with other disciplines for comprehensive care.
• Supervise and oversee Physical Therapy Assistants.

Skills

Direct patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation writing

Clinical assessment

Punctuality

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Luxor at Sayville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care, assess rehabilitation needs, and create treatment plans for patients in a long-term care setting. The PT will educate patients and families, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered outcomes.

The role requires licensure, an accredited PT program, and strong documentation skills, with a focus on professionalism and