Senior Physical Therapist

Job Description

Executes methods and procedures for new tasks and the daily operations of Rehabilitation Services including the monitoring/administering of patient evaluations and quality of care in accordance with the written and signed prescription and/or referral of a physician or other State authorized practitioner. Conducts medically prescribed physical therapy programs. Assists in evaluating and treating disabilities, injuries and diseases using physical, chemical and mechanical means.

Job Responsibility

• Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner
• Orientates Therapists to designated rotation, providing instruction regarding treatment protocols and use of equipment.
• Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.Guides clinical Rehabilitation staff.
• Makes periodic inspections of equipment, identifies equipment malfunctions and initiates repairs by contacting appropriate service departments.
• Assists with program development and quality improvement.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Serves as a liaison between the department and team members.
• Attends family meetings and conferences pertaining to the welfare and management of an assigned patient.Performs related duties as required.
• All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
• Two evening shifts, required (11:30AM-7:30PM), no weekends or hoildays

Job Qualification

• Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current License to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed
• 3-5 years of relevant experience, required.
• Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team members base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).