Physical Therapist I

Rehabilitation Jobs
New York City, New York
January 31, 2025
$45 / hour
Contract
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Job Description

Job Summary:

  • Performs initial examinations and provides physical therapy intervention to a diverse patient population.
  • Works under the supervision of the Therapy Manager (Inpatient/Acute) or Professional Practice Manager (Outpatient and Sports Therapy areas).
  • This position is entry-level and part of a multidisciplinary team, and has the opportunity to rotate across inpatient, outpatient and acute services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performs initial examinations, establishes appropriate goals, plans and implements treatment interventions, performs timely re-examinations and modifies goals and treatment interventions accordingly.
  • Coordinates with other disciplines when indicated.
  • Assumes responsibility for all documentation requirements in a timely manner, i.e., initial examinations, progress notes, monthly summaries and discharge summaries.
  • Provides training to families or care partners and medical personnel as indicated.
  • Recommends appropriate durable medical equipment in coordination with appropriate team members.
  • Writes letters of medical necessity when indicated.
  • Participates in discharge planning, makes recommendations for continued physical therapy and provides home exercise programs when appropriate.
  • Attends all appropriate conferences, rounds, in-services and meetings.
  • Will be assigned additional patients in the event that coverage is necessary as dictated by staffing needs.
  • Attends clinics as assigned.
  • Maintains therapy attendance records, patient charges and statistics.
  • Participates in the supervision of Rehab Patient Care Associates, volunteers, and students.
  • Must be a current member of the APTA.
  • Must follow all Client policies and procedures.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Master’s preferred.

Certifications & Licenses:

  • Physical Therapist.

Skills:

  • 0 – 1 year of experience.
  • Current New York State Physical Therapy license.
  • Excellent oral, communications and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate analytical problem solving skills.
  • Intermediate MS Office Suite.

Languages:

  • English( Speak, Read, Write).

Schedule Hours Per Week: 37.50
Schedule Hours Per Day: 7.50
Schedule Days Per Week: 5.00

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