Physical Therapist Per Diem Position Available In Suffolk, New York

Job Description:

Physical Therapist- Per Diem A Per Diem Physical Therapist is ahealthcare professional who provides therapy services on anas-needed basis, typically filling in for staff shortages orcovering vacations and leaves of absence. The Physical Therapist isforward-thinking individual who excels at assessing patients’strengths and weaknesses and devising creative but effectivetreatment plans. Therapists must practice discretion & maintainpatient confidentiality. Must operate a high-energy,positive-thinking environment and offer patients positiveencouragement to achieve their goals. You will be expected toutilize your training and skills to aid patients in the goal ofhealing, recovering, improving pain level/tolerance, and maximizingfunctional independence. Staff Physical Therapist examines patientsusing fundamental clinical knowledge, implements a treatment planand executes plan of care on a daily basis.

Who We Are:

JAGPhysical Therapy’s care-first model of rehabilitation may be thechange you are looking for! JAG Physical Therapy, a comprehensiveoutpatient, orthopedic physical therapy company with 100 facilitiesthroughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, is seekingcompassionate and motivated individuals to join our winning team!

JAG has been honored by the area’s top publications as the best inthe business based on growth and outcomes and is considered theGold Standard for physical therapy care by the Metro area’s largesthealthcare systems and insurance providers.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree required, Doctorate degree preferred
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state practicing in
• Completedstate regulated CEU requirement in appropriate state (NY, NJ)
• Valid CPR License
• Experience/knowledge with an EMR software ispreferred
• Excellent oral, written communication
• Strong clinicaldecision-making skills
• Excellent work ethic and dedication topatient success
• Basic computer skills
• Works as a team memberand individually with minimal supervision
• Maintains a positive,professional demeanor at all times

What You’ll Do:

• Collects andrecords patient care data that follows format and guidelines of thepatient care service, regulatory agencies and third party payerswhich reflects an understanding of reimbursement systems and theirimpact on patient care. o This includes, but is not limited to,initial evaluation, daily notes, reassessments/progress reports,discharge plans and communication with members of the team.
• Additionally records daily billing and follows departmentguidelines for productivity.
• Prepares for the evaluation inaccordance with department policies/procedures and standards ofpractice including obtaining patient history, exhibiting knowledgeof patient diagnoses and researching unfamiliar diagnoses.
• Selects and administers tests and measures.
• Additionally,synthesizes evaluation results to formulate the diagnosis, goals,prognosis and plan of care.
• Establishes treatment plan based onevaluation results, goals and best practice.

Collaborates withinterdisciplinary team, patients and patient’s support system.

Assesses and re-assesses need for modifications to plan of care andgoals.

• Identifies need for consultations and/or refers thepatient to another health care professional or health careservices. Initiates and completes discharge plan.
• Provideseducation/training to patient and/or patient support system
• Functional Training-This includes but is not limited to:

ADLs/IADLs, therapeutic activities (e.g. transfers, bed mobility),rehabilitation equipment prescription and training and communityreintegration

• Responsible for treatment, plan of care, exerciseprescription for patient caseload
• Provides interventions topatients that are safe, effective, and in compliance with JAG
• Musculoskeletal Interventions-This includes but is not limited to:therapeutic exercise, joint mobilization and modalities
• Providedata, note writing using Prompt EMR for all treatments provided
• Attends annual JAG Billing and Coding seminar
• Demonstratesrespectful interactions with patients, colleagues, and others

Important Disclaimer Notice:

The above statements are only intendedto represent the essential job functions and general nature of thework being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that anEmployee may be required to perform. The employer reserves theright to revise this job description at any time and to requireEmployees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions ofits business, competitive considerations, or the work environmentchange. This job description is not a guarantee of employment. Whatyou’ll love about us section is based on full time employment withthe company and is not guaranteed based on employment type.

Education Required Doctorate or better Masters or better Bachelorsor better

Behaviors Preferred Team Player:

Works well as a memberof a group

Enthusiastic:

Shows intense and eager enjoyment andinterest

Motivations Preferred Flexibility:

Inspired to performwell when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify allapplicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. Forfurther information, please review the Know Your Rights notice fromthe Department of Labor.