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CareFirstNY
Physical Therapist (PT)
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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
Job Description
Physical Therapist (PT) 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Painted Post, NY 14870 $45
- $55 an hour
- Per diem CareFirstNY 6 reviews $45
- $55 an hour
- Per diem CareFirstNY is a non-profit organization that provides complete hospice, community counseling, and grief support services to residents of Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties of New York State.
Benefits include:
Generous Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program Flexible Schedule Mileage Reimbursement Summary:
The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for providing treatments to patients who are terminally ill, as prescribed by the physician, throughout the CareFirstNY service area: Steuben, Chemung, and Schuyler counties. Physical Therapists will ensure that they communicate, educate, and advocate while performing therapy in a fiscally responsible manner.Duties:
Evaluates, plans, and provides physical therapy treatments for hospice patients. Provides patient/family, RN Case Manager, and LPN verbal and written instructions in physical therapy techniques and equipment, including demonstration. Implements the following services in the home: therapeutic exercise, range of motion instruction, ambulation training, TENS pain control, moist heat, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, JOBST measurements Consults via phone or home visit, with RN Case Manager to evaluate patient progress, if needed. Telephone contact with hospice staff any time physical therapist not able to perform physical therapy component of plan of care or if there is any changes in patient condition.Skills/Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will possess a current and valid New York State Physical Therapy (PT) license, preferably with one year experience. Must have a valid driver's license and ability to commute throughout the CareFirstNY service area. CareFirstNY is an equal opportunity employer.Pay:
$45.00- $55.