Physical Therapist - Pediatrics

USA Staffing Network
Elmira, New York
Permanent
Full-time

Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted) Physical Therapist - Physical Therapist - Pediatrics :

$15, Sign On Bonus.

Competitive Salary, based on experience.

Excellent Benefits Package.

Pediatric Outpatient Clinic.

Direct Hire.

Day Shift.

Full-time.

Location : Elmira, NY (Beautiful New York State Finger Lakes Region)

Join the excellent PT team and make your difference in Pediatric Physical Therapy.

SUMMARY :

Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of Physical Therapy.

Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team. The Staff Physical Therapist is accountable to the Clinical Coordinator of Rehab Services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Reviews requisitions for Physical Therapy.

a. Interviews patients, evaluates patients physical condition and needs.

2. Develops a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients.

a. Determines proper equipment usage, application and body position, adjusting as necessary in the administration of such treatments as exercise, gait training, soft tissue mobility, whirlpool, hot packs, ultrasound, paraffin, ice packs, electrical stimulation, and traction.

b. Instructs patients on segments of the program including proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.

c. Recommends modification or changes in the patients program based on own evaluation of progress.

d. Confers as necessary with physicians concerning alternatives available.

3. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, treatment plans, progress reports and discharge summaries.

4. Communicates observations, facts and comments with nursing and interdisciplinary team members to ensure efficient coordination of the overall health care plan.

5. Provides guidance and direction to those staff members assigned to assist in patient care.

6. Maintains department policies, procedures, objectives, and quality initiative program, safety and infection control.

EDUCATION :

Must be licensed, or eligible to obtain a license, to practice physical therapy in NYS at the time of hire.

EXPERIENCE :

Experience in a hospital setting preferred.

CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS :

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Appreciable physical effort or strain; occasionally repetitive efforts. May involve lifting, pushing, pulling. Must be able to lift at least thirty pounds independently and at least one-hundred and fifty pounds with assistance of another person.

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