Physical Therapist - Per Diem

JOB SUMMARY:

The Physical Therapist will evaluate all patients/residents admitted to the facility and will

recommend, in writing, to the attending physician a rehabilitation program if indicated. Upon

receipt of the physician's orders, the Physical Therapist will be responsible for the

implementation of services and programs concerning physical therapy. The Physical Therapist

assesses, evaluates, and performs documentation on patients/residents on a required basis.

Attends and actively participates in all intradepartmental staff meetings. The Therapist will

seek to aid patients/residents in relieving pain, improving ambulation, maintaining functional

mobility and reaching maximum rehabilitation potential. Attends and conducts in-service and

orientation programs as well as on-the-job training programs. The Physical Therapist will work

in concert with the interdisciplinary team through communication and collaboration in order to

ensure a safe discharge at patients/resident's highest level of function. The Physical Therapist

will adhere to patient/resident Bill of Rights, ensure compliance with ethics of profession, and

all state and federal regulations as applicable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and

geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning and

delivering care.

• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to care for and treat

residents with the following needs: orthopedics, neuro disease, infectious disease and

cognitive deficits, if applicable.

• Evaluates all patients/residents admitted to the facility within 48 hours.

• Recommends in writing to the attending physician a rehabilitation program, if indicated.

• Upon receipt of physician's orders, implement services and programs related to physical

therapy.

• Conducts patient/resident evaluations, creates short and long term Physical Therapy

goals, assesses rehabilitation potential, and develops and implements a treatment plan

which may be delegated to a PTA if applicable.

• Supervises PTAs in accordance with New York State Regulations.

• Engages in professional communication.

• Completes all necessary documentation in patient/resident charts and care plans.

• Ensures that proper equipment is ordered for home discharge and Home Exercise

Program is given as appropriate.

• Provides appropriate patient/resident and family education.

• Comes to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrates dependability and

punctuality.

• Comes to work in neat, clean attire and consistently presents an appropriate

professional appearance.

• Performs any other necessary duties as assigned by Supervisor.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Displays optimism fostering a spirit of teamwork, positive attitude and conflict resolution

among co-workers. Interacts positively with residents, family members and visitors in all

circumstances.

• Exhibits excellent communication skills and professionalism.

• Demonstrates ability to coordinate activities in conjunction with other departments to

ensure patients/residents feel safe and empowered. Interacts positively with family

members, updating them on how patient/resident is progressing in Therapy.

• Exhibits and strives for a commitment to excellence by performing duties with measured

accuracy and timeliness.

• Displays ability to problem solve quickly and efficiently in fast paced environment.

• Illustrates excellent customer services and support to all members of the

interdisciplinary team and provides assistance as needed to visitors, staff, volunteers

and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Masters or Doctorate of Physical Therapy Degree from a school approved by the

American Physical Therapy Association

Experience: Minimum: Newly licensed Physical Therapist

Preferred: 2-3 years of experience working in a skilled nursing facility

Licensure: Valid New York State Physical Therapy License

PAY RATE:

$48-$50 per hour, dependent upon experience

Susquehanna Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Attn: Human Resources

282 Riverside Drive

Johnson City, NY 13790

CALL: (607) 422-8783 for more information