What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Mohawk Valley Health System?
Job Summary
The Physical Therapist (PT) provides specialized care to patients through examination, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. They develop and modify care plans, supervise support staff, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Obtains patient medical history and current condition
- Performs system review of the patient
- Completes accurate tests and measures
- Determines physical therapy treatment appropriateness
- Makes referrals to other practitioners as needed
Plan of Care Development
- Determines physical therapy diagnosis based on examination
- Determines time required for optimal improvement
- Develops plan specifying interventions, timing, and frequency
- Conducts reexamination to determine changes in patient status
Patient Care
- Uses physical therapy procedures and techniques to produce consistent changes
- Evaluates treatment effect and modifies plan as needed
- Ensures patient and therapist safety and reduces healthcare errors
Education and Experience
- Graduate of a Bachelor of Science program in Physical Therapy from an APTA-approved curriculum
- New York State Physical Therapist licensure and registration
- One-year experience as a staff physical therapist under qualified supervision
Licensure and Certification
- New York State Physical Therapist licensure and registration
Keywords:
Physical Therapy, Patient Care, Rehabilitation, Health Services, Licensed Therapist, Patient Evaluation, Wellness, Interdisciplinary Collaboration
