Physical Therapist

Job DetailsJob Location

• Schofield
• Certified
• Home
• Care -
• Kenmore,
• NY 14217Position
• Type:
• Per
• DiemSalary
• Range: $38.00 - $43.00
• HourlyShift:
• Per diem days
• Pay: Will be per visit rates based on services provided. Employees are an important part of life at Schofield Care! Not only do they help our residents to achieve their goals, but they also help them to maintain an optimal quality of life. We're looking for caring, compassionate employees to join our team and to help us fulfill our mission to deliver the area's BEST senior care!

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist is responsible for assessing and providing physical therapy services to Schofield Certified Home Care (SCHC) patients in their homes who have mobility problems. We strive to be an employer of choice: Competitive Wages Paid Time Off Sick Days Medical, Dental, Life Insurance 401(k) (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status) Tuition Reimbursement Uniform Allowance Other Perks Key Responsibilities: The Physical Therapist is supervised by the Rehabilitation Supervisor. The job duties and responsibilities are to be performed while observing the following standards: job standard (knowledge, ability, skills), technical skill, quality, quantity, judgment/problem solving, decision making, and initiative. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Perform Physical Therapy evaluations. Establish treatment plans and obtain physicians orders. Conduct individual therapy treatments in the patient's home. Prepare initial evaluation, progress notes, recertification, and discharge reports per SCHC policy. Assist in coordination of Physical Therapy program with other health care providers. Counsel individual patient/caregiver in relation to patient's specific problems and needs. Participate in patient-centered conferences when appropriate. Evaluate need for equipment, order and maintain equipment and therapy materials. Teach patients, caregivers and staff transferring techniques and Home Exercise Program (HEP) as needed. Participate in and/or present inservice programs. Drive a car, possess a valid driver’s license and have a car available for use. Follow rules and regulations of the NYS and Federal Health Code in regard to the program. Interpret and follow Medicare and Medicaid guidelines. Communicate with primary Community Health Nurse and other professional disciplines regarding patient’s progress, tolerance and compliance with treatment plan. Perform other related duties as required by their manager. Working Environment: The Physical Therapist is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions as well as conditions found in patient's homes. QualificationsQualifications: Education and Training - Graduate of a school approved by the American Physical Therapy Association with a bachelor's degree. Must be registered and licensed by the New York State Education Department. Experience - Two years’ experience preferably with exposure to acute care, rehabilitation or homecare. Character – The individual must possess good moral character, patience and compassion for the chronically ill and disabled. Per diem PT’s will be required to work a minimum of 2 days per month and 1 day within a major holiday week and 1 day within a minor holiday week, annually. Major holidays include July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. Minor Holidays include: MLK Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Labor Day, Indigenous People’s Day, Veteran’s Day. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.