Physical Therapist Per Diem

SUMMARY

As a Physical Therapist, you welcome patients and put them at ease. You provide PT to patients with care and compassion to ensure rehabilitation success.

STATUS

Per Diem

LOCATION

Rochester Regional Health Home Care - Monroe Ave.

DEPARTMENT

Home Care

SCHEDULE

Day Shift; flexible hours

Position Summary

Will provide skilled physical therapy to Unity clients per N.Y.S. Department of Health and Federal regulations.

ATTRIBUTES

• Developed leadership skills
• Patient-focused, with demonstrated care and compassion
• Exceptional communication and documentation skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Evaluation. Assess patient impairment and current condition to evaluate rehabilitation potential; report on patient progress, communicate effectively with physician and other team members; counsel patient and family according to degree of disability or impairment
• Treatment & Planning. Develop physical therapy treatment project for each patient, including training in functional mobility, use of assistive devices, therapeutic exercise, balance and coordination retraining, massage, heat, and cryotherapy; apply diagnostic and progressive functionality tests
• Leadership. Train, mentor, and coach team members to ensure standards of the department are met; address scheduling needs to ensure proper coverage is provided

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE

$33.65 - $48.00