Thegoodkindgroup
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in providing high-quality patient care across various settings, including home health, clinics, and hospitals. This role requires expertise in physical therapy techniques and a commitment to enhancing the well-being of patients through tailored rehabilitation programs.
Responsibilities:
Provides physical therapy services including evaluations and treatment in accordance with policy and procedures of state laws and the professional code of ethics
Designs, implements, and modifies therapeutic interventions that may include but are not limited to therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy (including soft tissue and joint mobilization), physical agents or modalities, and patient-related instruction (including home exercise program)
Maintains accurate and legible documentation including but not limited to initial evaluations, SOAP notes and flow sheets for each patient visit, reevaluation (every 30 days or 10 visits for Medicare patients whichever comes first), and the documented discharge of the patient
Completes documentation in a timely manner that is consistent with all laws and regulatory requirements
Maintains complete and accurate billing practices and assists front desk in maintaining authorizations
Practices in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self, and others
Updates clinical skills through continuing education programs, professional contacts, journal articles, and participation in professional organization
Assists and participates in in-service presentations after attending continuing education courses or as requested
Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion and provides care and maintenance of facility equipment including reporting faulty equipment
Adheres to proper work schedule and does not have excessive tardiness or absenteeism
Complies with dress code policy – wearing logo shirt or business casual attire
Reports problems or issues to the Physical Therapy Manager
Reports to the Physical Therapy Manager
Here are some details:
Treatment Model: Patients scheduled every 15 minutes, 45 minutes for an eval, 30 minutes for a re-eval.
Work Schedule: The team is flexible and negotiable, but one of the shifts will be Saturday from 8 am to 12 pm, with likely Monday off. The rest of the schedule can be negotiated, which is a good perk.
Compensation: No Saturday premium rate. Full-time employees are eligible for a $300 stipend for working an extra 4-hour shift beyond their 40 hours per week.
Qualifications:
Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited DPT program
New grads welcome
Valid Physical Therapy license for NY
Strong interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills required
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients through skilled rehabilitation services!