Physical Therapist (PT) Per Diem

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Elwood (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Professional growth potential

Much more

Job summary

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York seeks an Experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to assess and treat patients, establish treatment plans and document progress under physician direction.

The role includes supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, with emphasis on patient-centered care. Qualifications include an accredited PT program graduation, state license, and strong documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT/PT).
• Valid professional license and registration for the state of practice.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care and geriatric settings preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and charting experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct patient care with rehabilitation goals.
• Establish and supervise a treatment plan aligned with physician direction and patient tolerance.
• Document patient status, progress notes and discharge documents; educate patients and families.

Skills

Patient care

Team supervision

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Education

Physical Therapy degree (DPT/PT)

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT)

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St. James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Centeris seeking an ExperiencedPT for ourFacility.

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.
• Full Vaccinated (Covid-19 Vaccine)

ALL POSITIONS AVAILABLE.

We Offer the Following:

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

Salary $ 37 to $45 an hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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