Physical Therapist (PT)

The Grove at Valhalla Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth

More benefits

Job summary

The Grove at Valhalla Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our facility team in Mount Pleasant, NY. The PT will assess patients, develop and administer targeted therapy plans, and educate families while documenting progress.

Qualified candidates will hold an accredited PT degree and a valid state license, with preference for long-term/geriatric care experience.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Overseeing and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Documentation and record-keeping experience required.
• Proficient in evaluations, progress notes, recertification, and discharge documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation to determine needs and goals.
• Develop and administer treatment programs with clear goals based on patient capacity.
• Document patient status and progress, educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Supervise and guide Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to scheduled hours.

Skills

PT license

Patient care

Documentation

Team supervision

Geriatric care

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT)

The Grove at Valhalla Rehabilitation and Nursing 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

$43-$47/hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer