Travel Physical Therapist - Home Health

Cayuga Health System; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health System is seeking a Physical Therapist for the Visiting Nurse Service in Ithaca. Under the guidance of Rehabilitation Services, you will provide PT to patients at home, following physician orders and NYS standards.

The role requires NYS licensure, graduation from an accredited PT program, and at least two years of supervised clinical experience. A NYS driver's license and reliable transportation are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy.
• Licensed and currently registered by New York State Education Department as a Physical Therapist.
• At least two years of supervised clinical experience.
• Possess a current NYS driver's license and reliable transportation to/from work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates functional abilities and disabilities, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides physical therapy interventions based on physician orders.
• Completes timely evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and OASIS assessments in accordance with agency policies.
• Collaborates with physicians and the clinical team, assesses the need for additional services, and contributes to the overall plan of care.
• Educates patients and families on therapy and participates in staff instruction and supervision.

Skills

Clinical experience

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Home health PT

Education

DPT or equivalent

Job description

Cayuga Health System is seeking a Physical Therapist for the Visiting Nurse Service in Ithaca. Under the guidance of Rehabilitation Services, you will provide PT to patients at home, following physician orders and NYS standards.

The role requires NYS licensure, graduation from an accredited PT program, and at least two years of supervised clinical experience. A NYS driver's license and reliable transportation are essential.