Physical Therapist - Per Diem - Days

Mohawk Valley Health System•City of Utica, NY

3d•$55

About The Position

The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and the outcomes of the patient/client as described in the New York State Physical Therapy Practice Act and Guide to Physical Therapy Practice (APTA). The therapist assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while teaching them to live within the limits of their capabilities. The PT coordinates, delegates and supervises appropriate responsibilities assigned to support staff (Physical Therapist Assistants, students, rehab aides, etc.). Interacts and practices in collaboration with a variety of interdisciplinary professionals to provide prevention and wellness services including screening and health promotion.

Requirements

Graduate of Bachelor of Science program in Physical Therapy with curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
New York State Physical Therapist licensure and registration.
One-year experience as a staff physical therapist under qualified supervision.
New York State Physical Therapist licensure and registration.

Nice To Haves

DPT or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

Obtains a complete patient past medical history and history of present condition
Performs a complete system review of the patient
Completes accurate and appropriate test and measures
Determines the appropriateness for physical therapy treatment following the examination.
Recognizes and makes appropriate referral to another practitioner as needed.
Determines the physical therapy diagnosis based on the physical therapy examination
Determines the amount of time required to reach the optimal level of improvement
Develops a plan of care that specifies the interventions to be used and their timing and frequency
Conducts a reexamination to determine changes in patient/client status and to modify or redirect interventions as appropriate
Uses various physical therapy procedures and techniques to produce changes in the condition that are consistent with the diagnosis and prognosis
Observes and evaluates treatment effect, and makes changes to the plan of care as needed
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient and therapist safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
Performs patient/ family education timely to prevent delays in discharge
Demonstrates the ability to treat patients and their families with respect and dignity.
Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
Determines the anticipated goals and expected outcomes for the episode of care
Participates in outcomes data collection and analysis to determine the effectiveness of intervention
Maintains accurate and timely documentation that meets current standards and policies
Interacts professionally with patients/ families and involves the patient/ family in the formation of the plan of care
Maintains current patient schedule board or book
Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities