University of Rochester
Location
City of Rochester, New York
Salary
$75,629 - $98,317 / YEAR
The role involves evaluating patients' functional abilities and designing treatment programs to correct or adjust to disabilities. Responsibilities include instructing patients on adaptive devices and maintaining detailed department records.
A Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and a New York State license are required. A Master's or Doctoral degree and relevant clinical education in a comparable setting are preferred.
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. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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. Determines types and frequencies of therapies. Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies. Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician. Maintains required patient and department records. Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars. Other duties as assigned MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 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 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Basic foundational knowledge of Physical Therapy Practice required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed in New York State required The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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