Physical Therapist

Description

Physical therapists 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.

STARTING RATE: $33/hr - $37/hr Depending on experience

SHIFT: Full-Time, Days

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducting physical and psychological assessments of clients to understand their physical condition and develop or follow a treatment plan

Participate in family care plan meetings and educate caregivers and family members of clients on patient care

Creating personalized fitness-oriented healthcare programs for patients

Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility

Consult and collaborate with other healthcare professionals regarding patients

Documenting patient care history

Demonstrate ability to work with geriatric residents

Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) required

Current PT license in NYS required

Must have knowledge, skills, and techniques of age-specific developmental factors and be able to evaluate patients

Must have up-to-date knowledge of 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

BENEFITS:

Weekly Paychecks

Referral Bonuses

Flexible Schedules

Peer Mentorship

Generous Paid Time Off

ABOUT US:

VestraCare is a portfolio of five health care facilities in New York state, including: Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk; Roscoe Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Roscoe; Sunset Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Boonville; and Susquehanna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Johnson City. We're proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, Taconic Health Care and The McGuire Group.

Our team is comprised of charismatic, smile-bringing, life-saving, compassionate caregivers who love to make a difference in the lives of our residents. Together, we have the privilege of caring for and learning from more than 2,800 extraordinary legends while providing them with superior levels of nursing and rehabilitative services.

Our collective stories; our legends are what help define our organization and the outstanding care we provide. We are Legends Caring for Legends, and we invite you to join our team!
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Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

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