Physical Therapist: Rehab & Patient Wellness Expert

Northwell; Greenville (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with disabilities, injuries, and diseases. The role requires adherence to physician prescriptions, thorough documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

The position emphasizes direct patient care, treatment program design, and ongoing assessment of patient status, with participation in quality improvement activities and family conferences as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in physical therapy required.
• Current New York State PT license required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care in accordance with the physician's prescription or referral.
• Utilizes appropriate evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
• Designs a treatment program to achieve established goals.
• Makes accurate observations of patient tolerance and/or status during treatment and demonstrates the ability to modify a treatment program as needed.
• Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care.
• Submits required documentation in accordance with policies and procedures of the department.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Attends family meetings/conferences and interacts with inter-disciplinary staff pertaining to patient welfare and management.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with disabilities, injuries, and diseases. The role requires adherence to physician prescriptions, thorough documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

The position emphasizes direct patient care, treatment program design, and ongoing assessment of patient status, with participation in quality improvement activities and family conferences as needed.