What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Beacon?
Physical Therapist
A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.
SHIFT : Full Time
Starting Rate : $50 / hr. /
- 3,000 Sign On Bonus
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.
BECA
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : From $50.00 per hour
Benefits :Work Location : In person
Salary : $50
