Physical Therapist 2

Aids patients to correct and/or adjust to disabilities by selecting, adapting and using appropriate physical therapy procedures, following physician’s orders, or operating independently under New York State direct access statute. Participates in the University’s teaching program. May work with and give supervision to one or more physical therapy aides.

Responsibilities

Aids patients to correct and/or adjust to disabilities by selecting, adapting and using appropriate physical therapy procedures, following physician’s orders, or operating independently under New York State direct access statute; Participates in the University’s teaching program; May work with and give supervision to one or more physical therapy aides; Evaluates the patients’ functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others; Plans a program of patient treatment related to diagnosis, prognosis, emotional needs or problems, patient’s environment, etc. working from physician’s order; Instructs and counsel patients and family in the use of equipment and techniques; Evaluates home facilities and suggests need adaptations and resources in preparation for patient discharge; Recommends, obtains and instructs on the use of adaptive and assistive devices; Ensures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment; Determines types and frequencies of therapies; Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies; Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician; Assists in directing, guiding and evaluating clinical experience of medical and paramedical students assigned to unit, including affiliate physical therapy students; Maintains required patient and department records; Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting; Or equivalent combination of education and experience; 3 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in a Physical Therapist role; Advanced knowledge of Physical Therapy Practice; PT - Physical Therapist in New York State upon hire

Nice to have

Master's degree in Physical Therapy