Physical Therapist, Float
(Full-Time position with Excellent Full Benefits Package, $15,000 Sign-ON Bonus, Relocation Assistance and much more!)
Position Responsibilities:
Patient Evaluation & Treatment Planning
- Reviews requisitions for Physical Therapy
- Interviews patients and evaluates their physical condition and needs
- Develops customized corrective exercise and treatment programs
Therapeutic Intervention
- Determines appropriate equipment use, application, and body positioning
- Administers treatments including exercise, gait training, soft tissue mobility, whirlpool, hot packs, ultrasound, paraffin, ice packs, electrical stimulation, and traction
- Educates patients on program components and proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, and prosthetics
- Adjusts treatment plans based on patient progress
- Consults with physicians as needed regarding treatment alternatives
Documentation & Communication
- Completes required documentation including evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries
- Communicates effectively with nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care
Team Support & Leadership
- Provides direction to support staff involved in patient care
- Assumes responsibilities of Senior Therapists in their absence
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, and quality initiatives
- Maintains a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff
- Uses equipment safely and ensures proper working condition
- Complies with Universal Precautions and uses required protective equipment
- Reports unsafe conditions and participates in safety programs
Operational Support
- Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies
- Participates in meetings and committees as required
- Assists with patient transport when needed
Professional Development
- Engages in ongoing education, workshops, and professional development opportunities
- Completes all mandatory annual training
Patient-Centered Care
- Provides age-appropriate care across all populations: neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric
- Delivers compassionate, attentive care focused on both physical and psychological patient needs
- Maintains clear communication to ensure a secure and positive patient experience
Requirements
- Must be licensed, or eligible for licensure, to practice Physical Therapy in New York State at time of hire
- Hospital experience preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development