Physical Therapist (PT) Per Diem

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Professional growth

Much more

Job summary

St. James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Medford, NY is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to assess patients needing rehabilitation and establish treatment programs aligned with physician directives.

You will supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, document patient progress, and educate patients and families while collaborating with the care team to deliver patient-centered care. This role requires licensure and a commitment to long-term/geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Valid state license and registration required.
• Experience supervising PTAs.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Familiarity with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling preferred.
• Vaccination as per policy (Covid-19).

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and develop rehabilitation plans.
• Provide direct patient care and set goals per patient capacity.
• Educate patients and families on physical therapy methods.
• Document patient condition and progress (evaluations, progress notes).
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure patient-centered care.

Skills

Supervising PTAs

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Clinical excellence

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

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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