Physical Therapist - Good Shepherd Communities : Job Details

Job DescriptionGood Shepherd Fairview Home & Village at Endwell are looking for a Physical Therapist to join our exceptional Therapy team!Position Summary:The PT evaluates and treats residents who demonstrate disorders of musculoskeletal deficiencies, neurological conditions, balance disorders, and transfer/gait deficits. Evaluation and treatment will only be conducted after a written order is received from the physician. Position will be split between our Fairview Home & Village at Endwell locations.Good Shepherd BenefitsBenefits will full-time employment include; Health, Dental Vision, Paid Life insurance, Long-term Disability, 403(b), paid vacation, PTO & Holidays.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:The PT is responsible for the screening of residents of the facility as follows:New facility residents – within 24 hours of admissionLong Term residents – upon receipt of a significant change form and/or referral from nursingThe PT is responsible for the completion of all necessary documentation, which includes but is not limited to the following items: initial evaluation forms, weekly progress notes, monthly recertification forms and discharge summary.Essential Job RequirementsEducation: Doctoral Degree in PT, Masters of Science Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy.License: State Licensed Physical Therapist.Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age. Ability to read, write and speak the English languageExperience: Preferred working in a long term care facility.APPLY NOW!SummaryIt is our policy to comply with all applicable Federal and State laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.Notice to applicants: Good Shepherd Communities will reasonably accommodate an individual's disability during both the application process and on the job. Please contact the Human Resources department to request any reasonable accommodation you may require to participate in the application process.