Physical Therapist PT
- Job Title
- Physical Therapist PT
- Job ID
- 27078338
- Location
- Hicksville, NY
- Other Location
- Description
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Home healthcare located in Nassau County ,NY, is revolutionizing homecare with exceptional clinical care, innovative solutions and uncompromising patient service is currently seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to join their team at the earliest.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA)
- Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency; i.e., attending in-services, as required by regulation; participates in in-service programs
- Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients
- Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payors
- Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physician, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals, as necessary
- Assists/instructs patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instructs on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., in a safe manner. Utilizes appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures
Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Licensing/Certification:
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program
- Current State License as an Physical Therapist
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Current CPR, negative TB screen and Hepatitis
Experience:
- One Plus years’ experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.