Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Catholic Health Services; Village of Rockville Centre (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide exceptional patient care in both inpatient acute care and rehab settings. This role focuses on administering treatments, developing tailored treatment plans, and educating hospital staff on best practices. With a commitment to service excellence, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and well-being. Join a forward-thinking organization that values professional growth and offers a supportive work environment, ensuring every moment spent with patients is dedicated to better care.

Benefits

Generous benefits packages

Tuition assistance

Defined benefit pension plan

Professional growth support

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program is essential.
• Current NYS license and BLS certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Administers Physical Therapy treatments per MD referral.
• Develops treatment plans with realistic, functional goals.
• Educates staff on posture and transfer techniques.

Skills

Patient Care

Physical Therapy Treatments

Comprehensive Evaluations

Treatment Plan Development

Patient Education

Education

BS, MS or DPT degree in Physical Therapy

Current NYS license

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better.

A member of Catholic Health, Mercy Hospital, a 375-bed not-for-profit hospital that has been serving the healthcare needs for the residents of Nassau County and its surrounding areas since 1913. Ranked among the top hospitals in New York State, Mercy offers a NYS designated Stroke Center, Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and has received Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center – the only hospital in the region and one of only two in NY State to receive this prestigious award.

Job Details

Provides patient care under MD referral in our inpatient acute care and inpatient rehab settings. Maintains required documentation and professional relationships with patients, families and staff.Adheres to MH/department policies and procedures and JC/regulatory agency requirements. Demonstrates and promotes service excellence at all times.

Responsibilities include:

• Administers Physical Therapy treatments per MD referral and in accordance with NYS practice act
• Performs comprehensive evaluations
• Develops appropriate treatment plans with realistic, functional goals
• Observes patients' response to treatment physically and psychologically and adjusts the treatment plan accordingly
• Educates nursing and other hospital staff regarding posture, body mechanics and transfer techniques as needed

Qualifications include:

• BS, MS or DPT degree in Physical Therapy from accredited PT program
• Current NYS license required
• BLS required
• New grads considered if clinical affiliations have included acute care setting and/or inpatient rehab setting.

Salary Range

USD $63.60 - USD $63.60 /Hr.

The salary range or rate listed does not include any 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, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.