Job Information
Catholic Health Physical Therapist SubAcute Rehab TMR N in Kenmore, New York
Salary: 36.19-54.29 USD
Facility: McAuley Residence SNF Sub Acute
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Per Diem FTE: 0.100000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days
Hours: 8:30a- 4:30p
Summary:
Provides rehabilitation according to state licensure. Organizes and conducts treatment programs to restore and prevent loss of function following disease, injury and/or disability. Practices with autonomy, adhering to Best Practice guidelines and communicating with all healthcare professionals for the best plan of care for the patient.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
As per professional degree from an accredited program by the NYS Department of Education
Registered and licensed by NYS Department of Education, or eligible
EXPERIENCE
- Prior experience working in a similar clinical setting preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Must have the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members and visitors
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into the existing Physical Therapy Services
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must have knowledge of Physical Therapy procedures
Evaluation and treatment of Residents for Physical Therapy programs
Involvement in the Care Plan process and MDS process
Screening of residents for physical therapy intervention
Documentation within the guidelines of CHS LTC Policies and Procedures as well as state and federal regulations
Communication skills which may be inclusive of approach, tone of voice, speed of communication, respectfulness and non-verbal communication
Physical assessment: Ability to assess the physical impact the disease process and aging process has on ability to perform daily tasks; examples may include skin integrity, functional mobility, ROM, MMT, ADLs, bowel and bladder control
Professional skills: Demonstrates knowledge of professional skills, consisting of a full systems review focused on disabilities and impairments affecting well-being and physical function, may include wound assessment and treatment, and pain control. Demonstrates best practice patterns consistent with professional standards as established by the APTA and the NYAPTA
Proficient in efficiently navigating utilized EMR programs
WORKING CONDITIONS
Considerable amount of bending, stooping, walking, lifting
Standing and transferring of patients
REQNUMBER: 24864