Job Location (Full Address):601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
500276 PMR Inpatient PT
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCD 214
Compensation Range:
$75,629.00 - $98,317.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, aids patients to correct and/or adjust to disabilities by selecting, adapting and using appropriate physical therapy procedures, following physician's orders, or operating independently under New York State direct access statute.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Evaluates the patients' functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.
- Plans a program of patient treatment related to diagnosis, prognosis, emotional needs or problems, patient's environment, etc. working from physician's order.
- Instructs and counsel patients and family in the use of equipment and techniques. Evaluates home facilities and suggests need adaptations and resources in preparation for patient discharge.
- Determines types and frequencies of therapies. Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies. Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician.
- Recommends, obtains and instructs on the use of adaptive and assistive devices. Ensures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment.
- Maintains required patient and department records.
- Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE- Bachelors, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy required
- Completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting required
- or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES- Basic foundational knowledge of Physical Therapy Practice required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS- Has attained a NYS temporary license and is eligible for licensure in NYS required
