Physical Therapist - FT St. Peter's Hospital

Trinity Health•Albany, NY

8d•$44 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

Full-Time Physical Therapist – St. Peter's Hospital-Inpatient Acute. This role involves direct patient care, integrating elements of patient/client management, examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions to maximize patient's functional outcomes. The Physical Therapist will document treatments and patient progress according to professional and department policies and procedures. This position is part of a multidisciplinary team working with patients with primary diagnoses including CVA, SCI, LE Amputation, Orthopedics, and Cardiopulmonary conditions.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy program with a Bachelor of Science, Master’s degree or Clinical Doctorate of physical therapy degree.
Current NYS Physical Therapy license and registration
Inpatient acute Physical Therapist experience required
Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written

Responsibilities

Formulates comprehensive treatment program by evaluating patient’s past medical history, disease/condition, impairments, disability and functional/developmental status
Prioritize patient care needs
Accurately assess patient’s rehab needs through the continuum of care and provides appropriate disposition, equipment, education and treatment recommendations in a timely manner
Completes all documentation in accordance with professional, organizational, regulatory and facility's corporate compliance standards
All clinical and payer required documentation is concise, pertinent, legible and in accordance with organizational requirements