Physical Therapist Pending License

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Job Location (Full Address) :

10 Miracle Mile Dr, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening : Worker Subtype :

Regular

Time Type : Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department :

500270 Physical Therapy SMH

Work Shift :

UR - Rotating (United States of America)

Range : UR URCD 214

Compensation Range :

$69,326.00 - $90,124.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries / hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities :

Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, aids patients to correct and / or adjust to disabilities by selecting, adapting and using appropriate physical therapy procedures, following physician's orders, or operating independently under New York State direct access statute. While practicing during these 90 days, this position must be under the supervision of a currently licensed New York State registered physical therapist. As soon as the permit is received, this position must give the manager the employer's copy. Staff can only remain in this pending licensure classification for up to 90 days following graduation per NYS regulations at which time, staff must have obtained and be working on a temporary license.

Schedule : 8 AM-7 PM; WKNDS

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Evaluates the patients' functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.

Plans a program of patient treatment related to diagnosis, prognosis, emotional needs or problems, patient's environment, etc. working from physician's order.

Instructs and counsel patients and family in the use of equipment and techniques. Evaluates home facilities and suggests need adaptations and resources in preparation for patient discharge.

Recommends, obtains and instructs on the use of adaptive and assistive devices. Ensures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment.

Maintains required patient and department records.

Determines types and frequencies of therapies. Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies. Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician.

Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required

Master's or Doctoral degree preferred

Completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting required

or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Basic foundational knowledge of Physical Therapy Practice required

Has attained a NYS temporary license and is eligible for licensure in NYS required

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