Staff Physical Therapist, part time

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team as a Staff Physical Therapist in a part-time role focused on acute care pediatrics. This exciting position involves evaluating patient needs, implementing tailored treatment plans, and ensuring comprehensive documentation in accordance with health system standards. You'll play a vital role in patient rehabilitation, working closely with families and collaborating with fieldwork students to foster an enriching learning environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young patients and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and NY State license required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate physical therapy needs and implement treatment plans.
• Complete documentation for patient care and reimbursement.
• Supervise and educate fieldwork students in therapy techniques.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Decision Making

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Assistive Devices

Medical Chart Documentation

Job description

Staff Physical Therapist, part time - acute care, pediatrics

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Staff Physical Therapist, part time.

Responsible for evaluating physical therapy needs and implementing comprehensive, medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to assigned patients in a supervised program of rehabilitation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Initial Assessment and Evaluation of Physical Therapy needs for specifically assigned patient populations - Reviews medical chart to ascertain important medical information and clarifies referral/Treatment orders if necessary for unfamiliar diagnosis. Selects appropriate assessment tools and methods in order to accurately determine the patients status for developing optimal treatment plan. Demonstrates effective clinical decision making and implements changes/adaptations to the Treatment Plan when appropriate.
• Implements Treatment Plans and Protocol according to current professional and health system standards. Establishes achievable and appropriate treatment goals with patient and family. Considers a variety of validated treatment approaches and rationales for achievement of patient goals. Selects appropriate technical aids/assistive devices and correctly refers patients to other clinical services to achieve stated program/team treatment goals. Assesses educational needs of patient, families, and implements a variety of methods for patient/family education and training during rehabilitation process.
• Completes all required documentation for patient care and reimbursement. Completes and plans all required documentation in medical chart as required by Department guidelines and JACHO/CARF requirements. Clinical Documentation is thorough and completes using appropriate medical and clinical terminology. Accurately records all treatment given including completion of the daily treatment record.
• Participates in Clinical Education of Fieldwork students and other professional educational endeavors. Teaches and supervises assigned students in the appropriate techniques, skills and procedures. Demonstrates a genuine interest in assisting students in enhancing their knowledge and skill levels. Encourages positive learning experiences for Career Opportunity Students and other Non Fieldwork students.
• Responsible for certain level of patient care productivity as indicated by individual Unit Procedures. Demonstrates the ability to provide expected patient contact as indicated by productivity reports and patient contact analysis.
• Demonstrates continued proficiency in skills required to treat assigned patient population.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy. New York State Physical Therapy License or temporary permit. Good communication and interpersonal skills. BLS certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position.

Required Licenses: New York State Physical Therapy License or temporary permit.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.