What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time - Physical Therapist position at Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center?
The Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. The Physical Therapist will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients’ functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.
- Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
- Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals.
- Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Practices hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
- Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
- Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature.
- Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations.
- Knowledge and Skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population age groups that will be receiving services.
Education and Experience:
- Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program.
- At least two years of experience as a Physical Therapist.
- Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
Physical Requirements:
- Duties require extensive standing and walking.
- Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients.
- Duties require frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Compensation: Competitive Salary based on experience
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Staten Island, NY 10301: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location
About us:
Verrazano Nursing & Post-Acute Center is a 120-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Staten Island, NY. Verrazano Nursing & Post-Acute Center is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, helping each to get stronger, healthier and happier. Verrazano Nursing Home is a highly recommended health care center. The center is licensed by the New York State Department of Health as a Skilled Nursing Facility. We are certified by Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurance Programs. As you begin your search for nursing homes in the Staten Island area, you will find a true home away from home at Verrazano. A family-run business, our doors have been open for over 40 years. Speak with friends and family in the neighborhood and ask in which nursing home their loved ones live. If you’re looking for a close-knit, family-like environment with one-on-one attention, you’ll love what you find at Verrazano.
