Physical Therapist (Part Time)

Touro University New York • Part-time • New York, New York, United States • $48,000 - $65,000 / year • 2w ago

Overview

The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning and administering Physical Therapy treatments to alleviate pain, restore function, prevent disabilities and promote overall patients’ fitness and health. This is an excellent opportunity for graduating students, early career professional and licensed physical therapist seeking flexible part time opportunities while delivering meaningful patient care to a diverse population. This position is open to licensed Physical Therapists, Physical therapist Assistants, as well as graduating students from accredited DPT or PTA programs.

Responsibilities

Meets the patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as nonmanual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities and in using assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
Administers physical therapy treatments by giving massages; initiating traction; applying physical agents; utilizing hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines; directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.
Evaluates effects of physical therapy treatments and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications.
Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences.
Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing assistive equipment; recommending outpatient or home health follow-up programs.
Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
Maintains patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Develops physical therapy staff by providing information; developing and conducting in-service training programs.
Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

Physical Therapist (PT):
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or expected graduation from an accredited DPT program
- Current New York State Physical Therapist License or license eligible

Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA)
- Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program or expected graduation
- Eligibility for New York State licensure within 6 months of hire
- Prior clinical experience (clinical rotations, internships, or externships accepted)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Clinical skills in physiological assessment, health promotion, and pain management
Ability to create safe, effective treatment environments
Excellent bedside manners and ability to motivate patients
Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively
Commitment to quality care, legal compliance, and maintaining high energy levels
Persistence in achieving patient outcomes