What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Taconic Health Care?
Physical Therapist
SHIFT: Full Time
Rate $45.00/ to $50.00 deepening on full time or per diem.
Sign on bonus $3,000
BENEFITS:
- Weekly Paychecks
- Referral Bonuses
- Flexible Schedules
- Peer Mentorship
- Generous Paid Time Off
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Physical therapists 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:
- Degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) required
- Current PT license in NYS required
- 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
ABOUT US:
Taconic Health Care is a portfolio of three health care facilities in New York state, including: Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Beacon in Beacon; Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Hopewell in Fishkill; and Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster. We’re proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, The McGuire Group and VestraCare.
Salary : $45 - $50
