Physical Therapist

Taconic Health Care•City of Beacon, NY

9d•$45 - $52

About The Position

Physical Therapist Floats work with patients to improve their movement and manage their pain. PTs use a variety of techniques to help their patients, including hands-on therapy, strengthening and stretching exercises, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, ice/heat, and much more.

Requirements

New York State Physical Therapist licensure
Degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Associtation (APTA) required
CPR certification
Physical strength to lift between 50-100lbs
Must have knowledge, skills, and techniques of age specific developmental factors and be able to evaluate patients
Must have up-to-date knowledge for treatment practices and physical therapy programs
Experience in long term care preferred
Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable
Strong customer service skills and compassion
Able to collaborate with a wide range of health care disciplines, as well as offer insight to patient and family members
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Respect for residents’ privacy and rights; display of genuine concern and empathy for the elderly
Able to perform tasks while upholding high standards of quality, cleanliness, and kindness

Nice To Haves

Experience in long term care preferred

Responsibilities

Conducting physical and psychological assessments of clients to understand their physical condition and developing or following a treatment plan.
Participate in family care plan meetings and educate caregivers and family members of clients on patient care
Creating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients.
Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility.
Consult and collaborate with other healthcare professionals regarding patient.
Documenting patient care history.
Demonstrate ability to work with geriatric residents
Other duties as assigned