Physical Therapist - Orthopedic Resident

About Cayuga Health
Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility.

Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates competency and professionalism in conducting a clinical examination, establishing a physical therapy diagnosis and developing a plan of care to address person-centered goals.
• Demonstrates safe and effective implementation of therapeutic interventions including but not limited to therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, patient education and modalities
• Demonstrates effective documentation of all clinical encounters
• Demonstrate appropriate supervision of Physical Therapist Assistants, physical therapy students and departmental volunteers
• Attends all assigned educational opportunities and passes written, practical and live patient examinations with a grade of > or equal to 80%
• Demonstrates effective teaching in laboratory and clinical settings

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education : Graduate from an accredited Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program
• Licensure : Current NYS Physical Therapy license or is eligible
• Current CPR Certification
• Experience : New graduates. Completes the application process via RF-PTCAS and is recommended for the position by program director or designate.

P referred Skills and Experience:

• Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred
• Good written and oral communication skills preferred.
• Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move/lift patients with assistance if necessary
• Ability to provide manual therapy to patients including joint mobilizations, soft tissue mobilizations, and deep tissue massage
• Ability to lift/move 45lb weight for patient use

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Location: Onsite. Based out of Cayuga Wellness Center at 310 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY 14850. May be scheduled at other area locations including Brentwood (Ithaca) and Cortland as needed to support department and patient needs.
• Shift: Part-Time 30 Hours Per Week Orthopedic Physical Therapy Resident. Days/Evenings FLEX. Anticipated schedule during clinic hours 7a-6p M-Th, 7a-4p F. Weekend "on call" coverage ~3-4x/year.
• Travel Requirements: 0%-10% local travel expected to support Outpatient Therapy needs at various area locations.

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate of $37.12 per hour plus benefits

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

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