Physical Therapist - Visiting Nurse Service (VNS) - Full Time

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Under the general guidance of the Director of Rehabilitation Services, provides physical therapy services to patients of the agency, under the direction and written orders of a physician. The physical therapist (PT) works within the scope of practice as defined by the NYS Education Department for physical therapists. The PT practices his/her duties in a manner that is compliant with federal, state, local codes, rules and regulations, and law.

Roles and Responsibilities

Evaluates functional abilities and disabilities, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides physical therapy interventions based on physician orders.

Completes timely evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and OASIS assessments in accordance with agency policies.

Collaborates with physicians and the clinical team, assesses the need for additional services (OT, SLP, nursing, MSW, aide), and contributes to the overall plan of care.

Educates patients and families on therapy and participates in staff instruction, aide orientations, and required supervision.

Assists with development of physical therapy policies and procedures, communicates regularly with physicians regarding patient progress, and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy.
• Licensed and currently registered by New York State Education Department as a Physical Therapist.
• At least two years of supervised clinical experience.
• Possess a current NYS driver's license and reliable transportation to/from work assignments

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Understands the pathological conditions and socioeconomic factors affecting a patient's disabilities.
• Understands the principles, techniques, and practices of physical therapy.
• Understands the operation and maintenance of apparatus and equipment used in physical therapy.
• Competent clinical skills as evidenced by the successful completion of a skills checklist appropriate to the area of work, upon hire and every three years thereafter.
• Must have some familiarity with medical data base systems.

Physical Requirements

Physical demands may include but are not limited to lifting, bending, standing and transferring patients (with equipment when necessary).

Mental demands may include but are not limited to emotions of grief upon learning of a decline in the medical condition or the passing of a patient.

• Requires use of computer for a minimum of 25% of the work hours.
• Home Care field work involves increased risk while driving during inclement weather to and from patients home and other work assignments.
• Some irregular hours may occur and adjustments made to work assignment for the welfare of the patient.
• Increased exposure to infectious diseases; must follow established protocols.

Location, Travel and Shift Requirements

Travel – 100%

Pay Range Disclosure

Standard Rate of $38.46 to 48.08 per hour

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