Physical Therapist - Inpatient - Per Diem

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca, Inc.; Hayts Corner (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist to join Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY. The role involves clinical decision-making, comprehensive chart review, and creating person-centered care plans using evidence-based practice.

Expect collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and ongoing professional development. The position requires completion of an accredited PT program (BS, MS, or DPT), a current NYS PT license, CPR certification, and annual safety trainings.

Qualifications

• Education: Accredited physical therapy program; may be Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate level
• Licensure: Current NYS Physical Therapy license
• Certification: Current CPR Certification
• Continual Training: yearly mandatory safety trainings and e-learning

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive chart review to determine PT appropriateness
• Chooses appropriate exam and integrates findings into a plan of care
• Uses evidence-based practice to guide decisions and therapy intensity
• Assesses response to intervention and adjusts interventions accordingly
• Discharge planning and documentation to support clinical decisions

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in PT

Job description

About Cayuga Health Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility. Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve. Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities. Learn more at www.cayugahealth.org.

Roles and Responsibilities

Clinical Decision-Making: Completes comprehensive chart review to determine PT appropriateness. Chooses appropriate exam & integrates findings into a comprehensive plan of care that is person & goal centered. Uses evidenced based practice to guide decision making & therapy intensity. Assesses response to intervention & adjusts interventions/plan of care appropriately.

Communication: Selects appropriate communication style based on age, learning style, cognition, and culture. Educates patient & family/caregivers using compassionate communication. Clearly communicates patient's PT needs & barriers to plan with interdisciplinary team to facilitate throughput. Initiates and maintains professional communication with every team member at all times including adverse, challenging, and crucial conversations.

Safety: Uses medical record & patient presentation to identify relative & absolute contraindications to participation in PT. Surveys patient and environment for safe movement barriers. Maintains expertise in use of all safe patient handling equipment.

Patient Management: Progresses interventions to facilitate achievement of patient's goals. Reassesses progress towards goals & adjusts plan of care. Produces clear, defensible documentation that supports clinical decision making. Uses clinical judgement to determine when immediate communication beyond documentation is required for safe coordinated patient care.

Discharge Planning: Synthesizes patient's life context and current functional status to determine discharge destination, level of support, additional services, and follow-up needs. Determines appropriate equipment needs and provides caregiver training as appropriate.

Required Skills and Experience

Education: Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program; may be Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate level program

Licensure: Current NYS Physical Therapy license

Certification(s): Current CPR Certification

Continual Training: Must complete yearly mandatory safety trainings and e-learning courses

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Flexibility in prioritizing and adjusting workload
• Good written and oral communication skills

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: Ability to move/lift patients with assistance Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., use of computer keyboard) Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time Must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job

Location and Travel Requirements

Location and Travel Requirements:Location: Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center - 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850 Shift: Per Diem. May be scheduled during various shifts to support coverage needs within the department. Travel Requirements: 0% to 5% local area travel may be expected

Pay Range Disclosure

Pay Range Disclosure: Standard Rate of $37.12 to $48.08 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

We're excited you're considering joining our team. At Centralus Health, we foster a culture of care, trust, and belonging. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and thrive in your career while making meaningful connections with patients, families, colleagues, and communities.