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Physical Therapist

Good Shepherd Communities

Binghamton, NYFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Binghamton, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State Licensed Physical TherapistBachelor's degree

Job overview

Good Shepherd Communities is hiring a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents with musculoskeletal deficiencies, neurological conditions, balance disorders, and transfer/gait deficits. This role requires a physician's order for evaluation and treatment and will be split between Fairview Home and Village at Endwell locations.

Key focus areas include Screen new facility residents within 24 hours of admission, Screen long term residents upon receipt of a significant change form and/or referral from nursing, and Complete all necessary documentation, including initial evaluation forms.

Successful candidates bring Doctoral/Masters/Bachelor PT, State Licensed Physical Therapist, and Must Be 18+. Important skills include Evaluate Residents, Treat Residents, Screening Residents, Documentation, Read English, and Write English.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Evaluate ResidentsTreat ResidentsScreening ResidentsDocumentationRead EnglishWrite EnglishSpeak English

Qualifications

Doctoral Degree in PTMasters of Science DegreeBachelor of Science Degree in Physical TherapyState Licensed Physical TherapistMust Be 18 Years of AgeWorking in a Long Term Care Facility

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Description

Good 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 Benefits

Benefits 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 admission

  • Long Term residents – upon receipt of a significant change form and/or referral from nursing

  • The 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 Requirements

Education: 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 language

Experience: Preferred working in a long term care facility.

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Summary

It 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.

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