What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical therapist position at USA Staffing Network?
Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted) Physical Therapist - PHYSICAL THERAPIST -
Full-time (minimum 30 hours per week)
Permanent
Direct Hire
New PT Grads Welcome
Competitive Compensation
Great Benefits Package
Professional Growth & Stability
Innovative Training Programs
Location : Valatie, NY (20 miles south of Albany)
Summary :
The Physical Therapist examines Residents upon admission, and then develops administers therapy plans to manage their conditions, prevent further disabilities, and achieve long-term health benefits.
The primary focus is to promote movements, reduce pain, and prevent disability through exercise therapy, manual therapy and other techniques.
Duties Include :
Evaluate a Residents condition and develop an appropriate physical rehabilitation plan.
Relieve Residents pain using exercises, hands-on therapy, stretching, and physical therapy devices.
Teach Residents how to use physical therapy equipment.
Help Residents through their tasks and monitor their performance.
Tell Residents what they should anticipate in different stages of their recovery and how they will handle each situation.
Maintain Resident confidence and protect facility operations by keeping information confidential.
Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants when required.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
Protects Residents and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
Contribute to inter-disciplinary team efforts in resident care
QUALIFICATIONS :
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
Current New York State PT License
Experience in skilled nursing long term care, a plus.
Last updated : 2024-10-18
