Physical Therapist 3 (Hourly/Per Diem)

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an hourly/per diem Physical Therapist 3. The successful candidate will:

• Evaluate and treat patients referred for skilled physical therapy in acute care and acute rehabilitation setting, according to department's standard of care.
• Establish treatment goals and create plan of care to attain established goals.
• Provide appropriate prn education to patient and family alike.
• Provide instruction to the patient, family members and other health care professionals involved in the care of the patient.
• Participate prn in interdisciplinary rounds & huddles.
• Evaluate and submit requests for durable medical equipment and adaptive assistive devices, orthotics, and prosthetic needs.
• Complete and submit all required patient documentation in electronic medical record; and related work paperwork.
• Schedule patients, keep attendance, billing, and treatment records.
• Bill for all services rendered & maintain dept. productivity standards & procedures.
• Serve as a clinical instructor for Junior/ Level I students.
• Provide supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants, aides and volunteers.
• Consult with physician regarding patient care.
• Participate in departmental in-services and other departmental and interdepartmental activities.
• Adhere to all compliance regulations, licensure requirements, and federal and state regulations.
• Model the WE CARE values of the institution.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
• New York State Physical Therapist Licensure (or eligible with permit, but must pass within 1-year of hire).
• Entry level 0+ years of experience (new graduates are welcome to apply).
• Or, a satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training to the above.

Preferred Qualifications

• BLS/CPR Certification.