Physical Therapist

Pay or shift range: $45 USD to $52.24 USD

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, shift, benefit selection or other job-related reasons.

Description

Physical Therapist

Location: Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Beacon

SHIFT: Full Time |Part Time | Per Diem

Pay $45.00/hour to $52.24/hour (depending on experience)

Sign-on Bonus: Up to $3,000 for Full Time | Up to $1500 for Part Time

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Physical Therapist Floats work with patients to improve their movement and manage their pain. PTs use a variety of techniques to help their patients, including hands-on therapy, strengthening and stretching exercises, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, ice/heat, and much more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducting physical and psychological assessments of clients to understand their physical condition and developing or following a treatment plan.

• Participate in family care plan meetings and educate caregivers and family members of clients on patient care

• Creating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients.

• Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility.

• Consult and collaborate with other healthcare professionals regarding patient.

• Documenting patient care history.

• Demonstrate ability to work with geriatric residents

• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• New York State Physical Therapist licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Associtation (APTA) required

• CPR certification

• Physical strength to lift between 50-100lbs

• Must have knowledge, skills, and techniques of age specific developmental factors and be able to evaluate patients

• Must have up-to-date knowledge for treatment practices and physical therapy programs

• Experience in long term care preferred

• Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable

• Strong customer service skills and compassion

• Able to collaborate with a wide range of health care disciplines, as well as offer insight to patient and family members

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Respect for residents’ privacy and rights; display of genuine concern and empathy for the elderly

• Able to perform tasks while upholding high standards of quality, cleanliness, and kindness

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• A supportive and welcoming team environment.

Join our team and be part of a community that cares!

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• PT

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