Physical Therapist-PD

Catholic Health; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 69,259 - 98,642; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous tuition assistance

Defined benefit pension plan

Support for professional growth

Job summary

Catholic Health is seeking an Outpatient Rehabilitation Therapist responsible for evaluating and providing therapeutic interventions for patients with illnesses or injuries impacting their mobility and daily functioning.

Applicants must possess a Bachelor's in Physical Therapy, a New York State license, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary of USD $60.94 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must evaluate and provide treatment for patients with orthopedic to complex neurological conditions.
• Experience in an outpatient setting is strongly preferred but not required.
• Must obtain BLS certification during probation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized care plans.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and document progress.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers for optimal patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Documentation accuracy

Therapeutic techniques

Education

Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Overview

At Catholic Health, our primary focus is to treat and serve our communities with compassionate care and evidence‑based practice.

Job Details

The outpatient rehabilitation therapist is responsible for evaluation and therapeutic intervention for persons with illnesses or injuries that impede independent functioning of mobility, activities of daily living, cognitive thinking, and/or vocation.

• Responds to physician’s treatment orders/prescriptions in a timely fashion.
• Performs a thorough patient evaluation and assesses the needs of the patient.
• Establishes realistic short‑ and long‑term goals in conjunction with the patient. Goals are measurable.
• Develops an appropriate and individualized plan of care for each patient and communicates with pt. and family.
• Demonstrates and applies the knowledge of human growth and development to deliver care in a manner appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Progresses patients appropriately to achieve the highest potential level of function by discharge.
• Demonstrates awareness of proper safety considerations throughout treatment sessions and guides supportive staff in the same.
• Demonstrates awareness of patient precautions/contraindications when delivering care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the use of therapeutic techniques, activities, and principles.
• Attends and participates in team/family conferences.
• Communicates with physicians and other health care providers to coordinate and provide appropriate care.
• Assesses patient’s status on an ongoing basis and makes modifications to plan and goals as needed.
• Meets minimum productivity standards that are established on a regular basis.
• Participates in student affiliation programs under the supervision of the CCCE.
• Oversees clinical performance of PTAs, aides, and students to ensure appropriate patient care is being delivered.
• Initial evaluations are thorough, accurate, and completed according to department policy within 24 hours.
• Documents patient progress on a regular basis with emphasis on the patient’s functional abilities.
• Daily documentation is thorough, accurate, and completed according to department policy.
• Documents patient education activities throughout the admission of the patient.
• Documentation complies with all regulatory guidelines.
• Documentation is clear and concise.
• Makes themselves available to interact/communicate with the persons served, the team, and other stakeholders as appropriate or as requested.
• Facilitates orientation of the persons served to the services, program and predicted outcomes.
• Communicates as needed with both external and internal resources.
• Uses available financial information in decision-making about the provision of services for the person served.
• Facilitates involvement of the persons served throughout the rehab process.
• Gathers appropriate information and outcomes for the organization to use for performance improvement and follow‑up.
• Prepares for discharge in a timely manner making appropriate recommendations for equipment, HEP and continued therapy.
• Includes patient/family in all decisions regarding DC.
• Prepares and educates patient/family in a prescriptive HEP prior to discharge.
• Assists with the implementation of discharge/transition recommendations.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Therapy. Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: New York State license and registration or valid temporary license. Must obtain BLS certification by the end of the probationary period.
• Skills, Knowledge or Abilities: Must evaluate and provide treatment interventions for patients ranging from simple orthopedic to complex neurological conditions. Must work in a fast‑paced department, document accurately and timely using EPIC, and have excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience: Experience in an outpatient setting strongly preferred but not required.

Salary Range

USD $60.94 – $60.94 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate; actual pay will consider qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.

Benefits

Catholic Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and supports professional and educational growth.