Physical Therapist, per diem

Job Duties

• Evaluate and treat residents/patients with disabilities, disorders, and injuries to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance level.
• Directs residents/patients in care and use of wheelchairs, canes, braces, crutches, prosthetic and orthotic devises.
• Keeps records of treatments given and resident's/patient's response and progress.
• Consults with Physicians, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Social Workers and other clinical staff, to coordinate treatments for individual residents/patients.

Skills & Requirements

• BS in Physical Therapy required, Master’s Degree/Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred.
• Current NY State Physical Therapist License required.
• Previous geriatric experience preferred.
• Skills with EMR (HM4 is used) and Microsoft office.