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Lake Placid, NY

Physical Therapist – Sign-on Bonus

Job Title: Physical Therapist - 15k Sign-on Bonus
  • Pay Rate Range: $44.01 - $66.02 / hour PLUS experience credit.
  • Competitive Compensation, based on experience.
  • Gas Allowance Stipend.
  • Excellent Benefits Package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, HRA, FSA, PTO w/ Buy Back option.
  • PT Traveler Accepted. (Full Housing Provided).
  • Direct Hire Position
  • Full Time Job.
  • Recognition Program with points to redeem for prizes and gift cards.
  • Employee Referral Program.
  • Mentorship Program.
  • Continuing education program with up to $1,000 benefit (based on tenure).
  • Increased Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks.
  • New Physical Therapist Grads Welcome.
  • Work Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility - Newly Renovated Building.
  • This position will be specifically staffed in the REHAB unit.
  • Location: Lake Placid, NY (Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics)
  1. Comprehensive and quality therapy services are provided by physical therapy staff members to ensure the health and well-being of residents.
  2. A valid Physical Therapy license specific to the state is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Implement physician-ordered skilled physical therapy treatments and maintain necessary communication with the physician.

  • Create written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries for residents in the physical therapy program.

  • Collaborate with other healthcare staff to address the special needs of residents and enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.

  • Provide input for Resident Care Planning meetings and attend in the absence of the Director of Physical Therapy.

  • Keep statistical records of residents' treatments.

  • Assist with in-service training programs as requested.

  • Record and update residents' plan of care in the Inter-disciplinary Kardex.

  • Submit requisitions for supplies required in the treatment of residents to the Director of Physical Therapy.

  • Assume all duties of the Director of Physical Therapy during absences, including supervision of Physical Therapy Aides and necessary documentation responsibilities.

Qualifications:

  • Graduation from an approved school of physical therapy is required.
  • A valid state license to practice physical therapy is required.
  • Recent graduates of physical therapy programs are welcome to apply.
  • Preference for candidates with at least two years of experience in physical therapy.
  • Interest in providing physical therapy treatment to the geriatric and subacute populations is necessary.
  • Strong leadership skills are required.
About the area:
  • Lake Placid, located in New York State's beautiful Adirondack Mountains, is a village famous for being a Winter Olympics venue and a center for snow sports and other outdoor activities.
  • It offers breathtaking landscapes and numerous recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
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