Careers

• Location: Hempstead, NY

Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist who will assess and develop therapy plans for our residents to manage their conditions, prevent further disabilities, and promote long-term health benefits.

As a Physical Therapist, your primary focus will be on promoting movement, reducing pain, and preventing disability through exercise therapy, manual therapy, and other proven techniques.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate residents' conditions and develop appropriate physical rehabilitation plans
• Assist residents in improving their mobility
• Relieve residents' pain through exercises, hands-on therapy, stretching, and physical therapy devices
• Teach residents how to use physical therapy equipment
• Guide and monitor residents' progress and performance
• Provide guidance on the recovery process and how to handle different stages
• Maintain resident confidentiality and uphold facility operations
• Supervise physical therapy assistants when required
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment
• Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols to protect residents and employees
• Comply with all legal and professional requirements
• Contribute to inter-disciplinary team efforts in resident care

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Current New York State Physical Therapist License
• Experience in skilled nursing/long-term care is a plus