Physical Therapist I

University of Rochester • Rochester, NY

185d • $69,326 - $90,124

About The Position

The University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required; Master's or Doctoral degree preferred.
• Completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting required or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Basic foundational knowledge of Physical Therapy Practice required.
• Licensed in New York State required.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy evaluations, including standardized outcome measures, and care recommendations for individuals across the lifespan attending neuromuscular clinics.
• Performs standardized clinical outcome assessments, including measures of strength and function, with individuals participating in neuromuscular disease clinical research studies and clinical trials.
• 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 counsels 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees