Physical Therapist

Site: VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc.

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices.

• Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
• Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
• Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.
• Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement.
• Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, required.
• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy, preferred.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), preferred.
• State license in Physical Therapy, required.
• Experience completing an internship or apprenticeship program of 1-2 years, preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Teaching skills.
• Excellent problem solving, case management, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

• Standing frequently (34-66%).
• Walking frequently (34-66%).
• Sitting occasionally (3-33%).
• Lifting frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device).
• Carrying frequently (34-66%) 20lbs-35lbs.
• Pushing occasionally (3-33%).
• Pulling occasionally (3-33%).
• Climbing rarely (Less than 2%).
• Balancing frequently (34-66%).
• Stooping occasionally (3-33%).
• Kneeling occasionally (3-33%).
• Crouching occasionally (3-33%).
• Crawling rarely (Less than 2%).
• Reaching frequently (34-66%).
• Gross manipulation frequently (34-66%).
• Fine manipulation frequently (34-66%).
• Feeling constantly (67-100%).
• Foot use rarely (Less than 2%).
• Vision – far constantly (67-100%).
• Vision – near constantly (67-100%).
• Talking constantly (67-100%).
• Hearing constantly (67-100%).

• Remote type:
  Hybrid.
• Work location:
  
  168 Industrial Drive.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 32.
• Employee type:
  Regular.
• Work shift:
  
  Day (United States of America).
• Pay range: $71,822.40 – $ per year.
• Grade: 6.

Base pay ranges from $71,822.40 to $ annually, depending on experience, education, qualifications, and other factors. Additional benefits include comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and recognition programs.

1930 VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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