Physical Therapist at Rochester Regional Health summary:
The Physical Therapist at St. Lawrence Health completes patient assessments and establishes care plans to restore function and relieve pain. They administer treatment, oversee physical therapy assistants, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role requires an active NYS PT license, a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, and involves patient education and discharge planning.
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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
Required: active and clear NYS PT license or temporary permit following NYS Practice Act guidelines.
Required: BLS (current or scheduled)
Required: Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy as of 8/12
Preferred: minimum of 1 year of post-licensure practice as a Physical Therapist
RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$39.00 - $52.00
Potsdam
13676
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. 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/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
Keywords:
physical therapist, patient care, rehabilitation, physical therapy techniques, healthcare, patient education, NYS PT license, treatment plans, health outcomes, pain relief
