The Brooklyn Hospital Center

Physical Therapist

The Brooklyn Hospital Center • $70K — $95K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
  • Three or more years of comprehensive physical therapy experience
  • Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) certification
  • Knowledge of physical medicine and therapy modalities
  • Familiarity with operation and maintenance of physical therapy machines
  • Basic computer proficiency

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patient needs and develop appropriate treatment plans
  • Administer physical therapy modalities as prescribed by physicians
  • Supervise and delegate tasks to supportive staff within the department
  • Maintain quality performance activities in the therapy department
  • Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaboration with a diverse healthcare team
  • Access to state-of-the-art therapy equipment
  • Participation in performance improvement activities
Full Job Description
The Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Coordinates delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff. Maintains performance activities within the department and participates in CQI activities.

  • Master's Degree or higher in Physical Therapy from a New York State Registered or Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) / American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Accredited Physical Therapy Program
  • Three (3) or more years of experience in all aspects of physical therapy.
  • Current New York State Licensed Physical Therapist
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.)
  • Knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology
  • Knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of same.
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Strong written and verbal skills.

About The Brooklyn Hospital Center

The Brooklyn Hospital Center (TBHC) is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center located in Downtown Brooklyn. The hospital has been providing quality healthcare services to the Brooklyn community since 1845. TBHC is a clinical affiliate of The Mount Sinai Hospital and an academic affiliate of The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. TBHC has over 2,500 employees and is home to a Level 1 Trauma Center, a Stroke Center, a Cancer Center, and a Robotic Surgery Center. TBHC is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the diverse communities it serves.
Learn more about The Brooklyn Hospital Center
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
* Ladders Estimates

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