Physical Therapist (PT)

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center; Brownsville (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Job summary

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation & Healing Center is seeking an Experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to join our facility team in Brownsville, NY. The PT will assess patients requiring rehabilitation, develop and implement treatment plans, and document outcomes under physician direction.

Ideal candidates have graduated from an accredited PT program, hold a valid state license, and have experience in long-term or geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Experience with documentation writing and care planning.
• Ability to perform evaluations, progress notes, recertifications and discharge documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct patient care.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment programs.
• Set realistic goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Document patient condition and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide best patient-centered care.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and maintain professionalism.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Punctuality

Clinical excellence

Professionalism

HIPAA compliance

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT)

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation & Healing Center is seeking an Experienced PT for our Facility.

Duties Include:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Physical Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Physical Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• The Physical Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

ALL POSITIONS AVAILABLE.

We Offer the Following:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
• Professional Growth Potential
• Much More!

Wages

$42-$46/hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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