Physical Therapist-PD

Catholic Health Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service is seeking a Physical Therapist for its facility in New York. The role involves supervising therapy staff and providing care to patients, focusing on physical rehabilitation. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and relevant licensure. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Generous benefits packages

Tuition assistance

Defined benefit pension plan

Support for professional and educational growth

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy.
• Must have State Licensure or registration.
• Previous experience preferred; will train new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate professional and supportive staff in the physical therapy department.
• Handle, position, and manipulate patients requiring therapy.

Skills

Communication

Patient Handling

Physical Therapy Techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Physical Therapy Equipment

Job description

Overview

St. Catherine of Siena Nursing and Rehabilitation and St. Catherine of Siena Hospitalare proud members of Catholic Health and have served the residents of the Smithtown area for more than 50 years. St. Catherine's is located on the north shore of Long Island in Smithtown. The campus is comprised of a 240-bed nursing and rehabilitation care center; 296-bed not-for-profit community hospital and a 60,000 square foot medical office building. Our nurses, physicians and support staff are devoted to providing advanced health care in an environment of compassion to our patients, their families and our community.Our Mission is to create an environment of healing and compassion, to offer care to those in need and to provide a spirit of mutual respect while upholding our religious mission.

We are dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials. Our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence based practice to improve outcomes – to every resident and patient, every time.

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall direction, utilization, supervision, instruction, and evaluation of professional and supportive staff and students in the physical therapy department/facility.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy.
• Bachelor's Degree required. Must have, or be eligible for, State Licensure or registration.
• License must be obtained within 1 year. Previous experience preferred; will train new graduates.
• Special Requirements:
• Position is strenuous requiring handling, positioning, and manipulation of patients requiring physical therapy. \Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to staff members, management peers, hospital administration.
• Ability to bend, stretch, reach, and handle physical therapy equipment.
• Must be able to lift and position patients.
• Knowledge of all equipment used in the rehabilitation of physically impaired patients.

Salary Range

USD $59.36 - USD $59.36 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.