Physical Therapist - Geriatric Rehab Leader (Full-Time)

Gurwin-Jewish-Nursing-; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Starbucks on-site

On-site cafeteria

Job summary

Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, part of Gurwin Healthcare System on a 36-acre campus in Commack, NY, seeks a full-time Physical Therapist to join our dedicated team serving residents with advanced rehabilitative care.

The ideal candidate will hold NY licensure, have at least one year of PT experience, and be able to plan and implement therapy programs, collaborate with families and staff, and participate in ongoing education to promote quality care.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Physical Therapy License required.
• Graduate from a physical therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the American Medical Association.
• A minimum of one year experience as a physical therapist.
• Ability to make clinical and managerial decisions within the scope of professional practice to perform physical therapy procedures competently and independently.

Responsibilities

• Reports the patient's initial status, therapy plans and goals, on-going status and discharge plans.
• Provides assessments, plans and goals.
• Instructs patients, families and team members regarding programs that enhance and/or facilitate care and follow-up.
• Complies with all regulatory criteria.
• Provides professional leadership and clinical guidance and expertise to team members.
• Attends regular continuing education programs.
• Adheres to all aspects of Customer Service, including empathy, courteous communication, and respect.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Managerial decisions

Education

New York State Physical Therapy License

ACPT/American Board approved PT program

Job description

Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, part of Gurwin Healthcare System on a 36-acre campus in Commack, NY, seeks a full-time Physical Therapist to join our dedicated team serving residents with advanced rehabilitative care.

The ideal candidate will hold NY licensure, have at least one year of PT experience, and be able to plan and implement therapy programs, collaborate with families and staff, and participate in ongoing education to promote quality care.