Physical Therapist I

University of Rochester•Rochester, NY

About The Position

As a community, 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. Responsibilities: With minimal direction and latitude for independent judgment, 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. Opportunities to participate in overall research processes including grant writing, study design, data analysis, data dissemination (presentations at meetings and manuscript preparation).

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

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.
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