Physical Therapist
Rochester Regional Health
Job Info
Description
HOW WE CARE FOR YOU
At St. Lawrence Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.
- Same Day pay through Daily Pay
- Paid vacation & holiday pay
- Medical, dental, vision, hearing benefits
SUMMARY
The physical therapist completes patient assessments, establishes patient care plans, administers patient treatment and directs delivery of treatment utilizing professional physical therapy assistants in accordance with licensure and regulatory scope and standards, and established hospital policies, procedures and protocols, adhere to the professional standards of CPH, the American Physical Therapy Association and NYS Office of Professions. Actively supports and participates in patient coverage efforts across all departments as necessary. Hours may vary including weekend rotation for the inpatient department.
STATUS: Full time
LOCATION: Potsdam & Gouverneur - Travel required
DEPARTMENT: Physical Therapy
SCHEDULE: 7.5 hour shift
ATTRIBUTES
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Required: active and clear NYS PT license or temporary permit following NYS Practice Act guidelines.
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Required: BLS (current or scheduled)
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Required: Master's Degree in Physical Therapy as of 8/12
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Preferred: minimum of 1 year of post-licensure practice as a Physical Therapist
- Completes physical therapy evaluations to establish treatment plans and home programs to restore function, relieve pain & prevent disability. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
- Administers patient treatment plan involving application of physical therapy techniques and modalities as indicated. Monitors response and progress to update and modify treatment plan as necessary to meet patient goals. Instructs patients and family members / caregivers in physical therapy procedures and self-care techniques. Directs care that is provided by the physical therapy assistant by providing oversight. Performs discharge planning and documentation to provide discharge instructions and maintain post-discharge continuity of care.
- Consults with physicians and other health care professionals regarding treatments, progress, patient needs, and outcomes.
- Participates in self and others' education, training and development, as applicable .Performs any other related duties as assigned.
- Additional documentation that is not performed during evaluation and treatment sessions.
PAY RANGE: $39.00 - $52.00
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
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