Job Information
Nuvance Health Outpatient Physical Therapist - Per Diem in Yorktown, New York
Description
Purpose: Following a medically prescribed physical therapy program, this position evaluates, treats and educates pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients who have disabilities, traumatic injuries, pain, disease or any dysfunction. The Physical Therapist helps patients reach maximum performance and assume a place in their community.
Education and Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited physical therapy school.
• PREFER: Master’s Degree or DPT Degree.
• PREFER: One (1) year of work-related experience.
• PREFER: One to two (1-2) years’ experience with electronic medical record.
• PREFER: One to two (1-2) experience in orthopedics, neurological and vestibular disorders.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to extend self as needed to meet the needs of the patient and department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy procedures and equipment allowing for safety and maximum patient benefits.
License, Registration, or Certification Requirements:
• Active New York State Physical Therapist License or eligible with a temporary permit.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Significant occupational risk
Physical Effort:
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Putnam Hospital Center
Org Unit: 1275
Department: Physical Therapy Satellite
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $60.00 Hourly
We are an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.