Shift Needed : PT
We offer the Following :
- Premium Compensation
- Great Benefits Package
- Fun, Family-Like Team, and Atmosphere!
- Work in a Beautifully Remodeled Office
- Professional Growth & Stability
- Innovative Training Programs
Covid 19 Vaccine : Required
Benefits :
401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceResponsible to : Facility Director of Rehabilitation or Rehabilitation Manager
Qualifications / Experience :
Must possess a current unencumbered NYS license as a Registered Professional Physical Therapist, Bachelor’s degree or higher.Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy or international equivalentGeriatric experience preferredA current unrestricted driver’s license and dependable transportationAble to use necessary computer applicationsAbility to professionally communicate with internal and external resourcesHigh level of motivation and ability to take initiative appropriatelyAbility to function independently as well as part of a teamAbility to function effectively in stressful and changing situationsAbility to positively give and receive oral and written directionEssential Job Functions :
Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it does not in any way state or imply that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.
Demonstrates working knowledge of skilled restorative therapy and maintenance programsScreens residents for rehabilitation therapy needsCompletes Physical Therapy evaluations upon physician orderEstablishes Physical Therapy plan of care for treatments per physician orderProvides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalitiesModifies treatment program level, intensity and techniques based on the resident’s response to specific treatment planDocuments resident progress toward Physical Therapy goalsDischarges residents from Physical Therapy services when appropriateMakes appropriate recommendations for nursing regarding mobility, positioning and ROM resident needsCompletes Daily Activity Schedule, progress notes and re-certifications per facility policy.Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed assistive personnelProvides resident, staff and family education and in-servicingDemonstrates working knowledge of Medicare Part A PPS case managementComplies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapyCompletes all documentation to comply with professional standard and regulatory requirementsStrives to meet productivity / efficiency goals and self-initiates corrective action plan for non-attainmentUtilizes the clinical software applications per policies and proceduresCompletes care plans and MDS as directed, per facility policyAssists in ordering necessary equipment for the facility and residentsParticipates in the discharge planning process with the interdisciplinary teamParticipates in facility meetings and committees as assignedSubmits required reports and documentation in accordance with established acceptable time framesParticipates in internal audits as directedPossess a strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other payment sources and their responsibility in the SNF settingUtilizes proper body mechanics, techniques and safety while completing job duties and responsibilities.Maintains current professional knowledge of practice of Physical Therapy and practices within acceptable professional standardsComplies with all facility policies and proceduresMaintains confidentiality of facility and resident informationRespects all residents all resident rightsReports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediatelyFollows sanitation and infection control policies and proceduresKeeps Facility Rehabilitation manager informed and updated appropriatelyRecommends corrective action plan for all identified problemsMaintains a positive working relationship between the rehabilitation department and other departmentsMaintains high standards of professional conductJOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW
I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position of Staff Physical Therapist or Per Diem Physical Therapist and agree to abide by the requirements set forth and will perform all duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability. I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious disease, air contaminants, and hazardous products / chemicals, including exposure to products containing latex.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and / or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and / or the CBA, depending on the position.
