Physical Therapist (PT) Per Diem

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

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Professional growth potential

Competitive benefits

Job summary

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking an Experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to assess referred patients and manage rehabilitation programs.

The role includes documenting progress, educating patients and families, and supervising PT Assistants, with a focus on high-quality, patient-centered care. Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, active licensure, and a commitment to HIPAA and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct patient care with rehabilitation goals.
• Establish and administer treatment programs tailored to patient capacity.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and expectations.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and ensure quality care.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and professional conduct.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Documentation writing

Supervising assistants

Geriatric care

HIPAA compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program degree

Tools

Case Mix PPS scheduling

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT)

NOW OFFERING DAILY PAY

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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