Physical Therapist - Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Beacon : Job Details

Physical TherapistSHIFT: Full TimeStarting Rate: $50/hr. / *** $3,000 Sign On Bonus***BENEFITS:Weekly PaychecksReferral BonusesFlexible SchedulesPeer MentorshipGenerous Paid Time OffJOB DESCRIPTION:Physical therapists work with patients to improve their movement and manage their pain. PTs use a variety of techniques to help their patients, including hands-on therapy, strengthening and stretching exercises, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, ice/heat, and much more.RESPONSIBILITIES:Conducting physical and psychological assessments of clients to understand their physical condition and developing or following a treatment plan.Participate in family care plan meetings and educate caregivers and family members of clients on patient careCreating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients.Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility.Consult and collaborate with other healthcare professionals regarding patient.Documenting patient care history.Demonstrate ability to work with geriatric residentsOther duties as assignedREQUIREMENTS:Degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) requiredCurrent PT license in NYS requiredMust have knowledge, skills, and techniques of age specific developmental factors and be able to evaluate patientsMust have up-to-date knowledge for treatment practices and physical therapy programsExperience in long term care preferredMust be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliableStrong customer service skills and compassionABOUT US:Taconic Health Care is a portfolio of three health care facilities in New York state, including: Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Beacon in Beacon; Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Hopewell in Fishkill; and Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster. We're proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, The McGuire Group and VestraCare.#BECALicenses & CertificationsRequiredPTEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Job Type: Full-timePay: From $50.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Continuing education credits* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Health savings account* Opportunities for advancement* Paid time off* Referral program* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:* GeriatricsWork Location: In person