Physical Therapist, PT

About the role

Amazing opportunity to work in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a TOP RATED Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing Physical Therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the Director of Rehabilitation and/or the Administrator, to assure the highest degree of quality resident care.
• Plan, develop, organize, evaluate, and implement the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the physical therapy program to help residents obtain/maintain their highest level of physical, mental and social well-being.
• Interpret and/or instruct in physical therapy policies and procedures to personnel, residents, family members, etc. as necessary.
• Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments (MDS), etc. as necessary.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants as outlined by the State Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Maintain treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required and maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents.

Requirements

• Current license and registration to practice as a Physical Therapist, PT in the State of NY.
• Current malpractice insurance; license in good standing.
• Dedicated to providing extraordinary compassionate care.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, committed, and passionate about quality care.
• Genuinely interested in helping ill, injured, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and sometimes challenging residents.
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, and willingness to assist any residents and co‑workers.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and organization skills.
• Trusted to work independently and in a team environment.
• Able to work well under pressure, flexible, and will work harmoniously with all staff.
• COVID‑19 vaccinations are encouraged but not mandated; vaccinations offered based on CDC eligibility guidance.

Schedule

PRN/PER DIEM with flexible scheduling.