Outpatient Physical Therapist-Hamilton Orthopedics

Oneida Health•Oneida, NY

11d•$36 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Oneida Health is currently seeking a Full-time Outpatient Physical Therapist. This is a professional position involving the responsibility of evaluating, planning and providing physical therapy treatment to patients in accordance with written prescription from a qualified provider. In the case of Direct Access, the physical therapist will evaluate, plan and provide treatment within the guidelines set forth regarding Direct Access. The physical therapist is responsible to the Senior Physical Therapist or to the Director of Physical Therapy for the operation of the department. Supervision may be exercised over the work of a Physical Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy Aides and clerical employees assigned to the service.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy Experience: 1-2 Years (Required)
Good knowledge of anatomy and physiology, neurology and socioeconomic factors affecting a patient’s disabilities
Excellent communication skills
Computer skills relative to electronic records, charting, and auditing
Licensed and currently registered by the NYS Education Department as a Physical Therapist (Required)
CPR / BLS Certification

Nice To Haves

Combination of Bachelor’s Degree and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Performing physical therapy evaluations and treatments using safe, evidence based techniques to infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
Developing and implementing new and revised physical therapy care programs including discharge plans.
Conducting screenings to determine the need for further examination or referrals to other healthcare professionals within the network.
Collaborating with other personnel to formulate the best possible patient care.
Maintaining appropriate documentation of all physical therapy evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, care plans, treatment notes, consultation, and discharge summaries.
Assisting in the development of physical therapy policy and procedures.
Initiating wellness and injury prevention education within the facility and the community at large.