The outpatient rehabilitation therapist is responsible for evaluation and therapeutic intervention for persons with illnesses or injuries that impede independent functioning of mobility, activities of daily living, cognitive thinking, and/or vocation.

Responsibilities:

• Responds to physicians27 treatment orders/ prescriptions in a timely fashion.
• Performs a thorough patient evaluation and assesses the needs of the patient.
• Establishes realistic short and long-term goals in conjunction with the patient. Goals are measurable.
• Develops an appropriate and individualized plan of care for each patient and communicates with pt. and family.
• Demonstrates and applies the knowledge of human growth and development to deliver care in a manner appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Progresses patients appropriately to achieve the highest potential level of function by discharge. Demonstrates awareness of proper safety considerations throughout treatment sessions and guides supportive staff in the same.
• Demonstrates awareness of patient precautions/contraindications when delivering care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the use of therapeutic techniques, activities and principles.
• Communicates with physicians and other health care providers to coordinate and provide appropriate care.
• Assesses patient27s status on an ongoing basis and makes modifications to plan and goals as needed.
• Participates in the student affiliation programs under the supervision of the CCCE.
• Oversees clinical performance of PTA27s, aides, and students to ensure appropriate patient care is being delivered.
• Initial evaluations are thorough, accurate and completed according to dept. policy within 24 hours.
• Patient progress is documented on a regular basis with emphasis on patient27s functional abilities.
• Daily documentation is thorough, accurate and completed according to department policy.
• Documents patient education activities throughout the admission of the patient.
• Documentation complies with all regulatory guidelines.
• Documentation is clear and concise.
• Facilitates orientation of the person served to the services, program and predicted outcomes.
• Communicates as needed with both external and internal resources.
• Uses available financial information in decision-making about the provision of services for the person served.
• Facilitates involvement of the persons served throughout the rehab process
• Gathers appropriate information and outcomes for the organization to use for performance improvement and follow-up.
• Prepares for discharge in a timely manner making appropriate recommendations for equipment, HEP and continued therapy.
• Includes patient/family in all decisions regarding DC.
• Prepares and educates patient/family in a prescriptive HEP prior to discharge.
• Assists with the implementation of discharge/transition recommendations.

Requirements:

Education:

• Minimum Bachelor27s of Science in Physical Therapy.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

• New York State Physical Therapy license and registration or a valid temporary license.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Skills:

• A physical therapist must be able to evaluate and provide treatment interventions to patients.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced department.
• Position requires ability to accurately and completely document in a timely manner, utilizing the electronic medical record system EPIC.
• Must have excellent communication and customer service skills.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate27s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.