Physical Therapist, PT

Waterview Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare; Purdys (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterview Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare in North Salem, NY seeks a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to join a top-rated, subacute rehab and long-term skilled nursing care setting in the rolling hills of Westchester County. You will plan, develop, and implement physical therapy services to maintain residents’ physical well-being.

Responsibilities include discharge planning, resident assessments, supervision of PTAs, and meticulous record-keeping while collaborating with families and staff to

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, customer service, & organization skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Licensed Physical Therapist with NY registration and malpractice insurance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, evaluate and implement physical therapy services.
• Participate in discharge planning and development of resident care plans.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants as allowed by state law.
• Maintain treatment records, resident files, and progress notes; liaise with families.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Education

NY Physical Therapist license

Job description

Description

Physical Therapist, PT SUMMARY:

Amazing opportunity to work in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a *TOP RATED Rated* Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge.

• The job of the Physical Therapist, PT is to assist in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing Physical Therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the Director of Rehabilitation and/or the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times
• Physical Therapist must possess the ability to plan, develop, organize, evaluate, and implement the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., of the physical therapy program to help residents obtain/maintain their highest level of physical, mental and social well-being.
• Physical Therapist will interpret and/or instruct in physical therapy policies and procedure to personnel, residents, family members, etc. as necessary.
• Physical Therapist will participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments (MDS), etc. as necessary
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants as outlined by the State Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Maintain treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required and maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents

Requirements

• Must possess a current license and registration to practice as a Physical Therapist, PT in the State of NY.
• Must possess current malpractice insurance, license in good standing
• Dedicated to providing extraordinary compassionate care as a Physical Therapist, PT
• Energetic, enthusiastic, committed, & passionate about quality care
• Genuinely interested in helping ill, injured, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, & sometimes challenging residents
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, & willingness to assist any residents & co-workers
• Excellent communication, customer service, & organization skills
• Trusted to work independently & in a team environment
• Able to work well under pressure, flexible, & will work harmoniously with all staff
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees.

*Disclaimer: This is a general job summary for advertisement purposes only. A full comprehensive job description can be provided upon request or during the hiring process.