$60/Hr - Outpatient Physical Therapist Contract - FlexStaff

Northwell Health • Poughkeepsie, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a contract position for an Outpatient Physical Therapist. The schedule involves varying shifts between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm, Monday to Thursday, and Friday from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm. The role involves evaluating and treating patients with disabilities, injuries, and/or diseases using physical, chemical, and mechanical means, as prescribed by a licensed physician or authorized practitioner. Maintaining complete medical records for each patient is also a key responsibility.

Requirements

• Master's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current License to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program, required.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist, required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration, required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience performing radiologic exams, required.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner.
• Utilizes appropriate evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
• Designs a treatment program to achieve established goals.
• Makes accurate observations of patient tolerance and/or status during treatment and demonstrates the ability to modify a treatment program as needed.
• Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care, when necessary.
• Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Attends family meetings/conferences and interacts with members of the inter-disciplinary staff pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level