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Dunkirk Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Physical Therapist

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What they do

A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.

$91,449 / year median in New York

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Physical Therapist FT Shift's We offer the
Following:
Premium Compensation Great Benefits Package Professional Growth & Stability Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Qualifications/Experience:
Must possess a current unencumbered NYS license as a Registered Professional Physical Therapist, Bachelor's degree or higher. Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy or international equivalent Geriatric experience preferred A current unrestricted driver's license and dependable transportation Able to use necessary computer applications Ability to function independently as well as part of a team Ability to positively give and receive oral and written direction
Essential Job Functions:
Screens residents for rehabilitation therapy needs Completes Physical Therapy evaluations upon physician order Establishes Physical Therapy plan of care for treatments per physician order Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities Modifies treatment program level, intensity and techniques based on the resident's response to specific treatment plan Documents resident progress toward Physical Therapy goals Discharges residents from Physical Therapy services when appropriate Makes appropriate recommendations for nursing regarding mobility, positioning and ROM resident needs Completes Daily Activity Schedule, progress notes and re-certifications per facility policy. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed assistive personnel Provides resident, staff and family education and in-servicing Demonstrates working knowledge of Medicare Part A PPS case management Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy Utilizes the clinical software applications per policies and procedures Completes care plans and MDS as directed, per facility policy Participates in the discharge planning process with the interdisciplinary team Participates in facility meetings and committees as assigned Submits required reports and documentation in accordance with established acceptable time frames Participates in internal audits as directed Possess a strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other payment sources and their responsibility in the SNF setting Utilizes proper body mechanics, techniques and safety while completing job duties and responsibilities. Maintains current professional knowledge of practice of Physical Therapy and practices within acceptable professional standards Complies with all facility policies and procedures Maintains confidentiality of facility and resident information Respects all residents all resident rights Reports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediately Recommends corrective action plan for all identified problems
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position. IND123