Full-time assignment that includes a comprehensive benefit package.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed.)

Performs physical therapy procedures upon the written order or referral of a licensed physician;

Evaluates the degree of function and disability of patients or students unless contraindicated by the Therapist's professional judgment or a doctor's admission note;

Evaluates and orders appropriate functional and mobility aids such as wheelchairs, ambulation aides and bathroom equipment, and provides training in their use;

Participates with other personnel in case conferences to discuss and formulate patients' total care plans;

Records, on charts, physical therapy evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, consultation and discharge summaries;

Confers periodically with the medical supervisor, physicians or other higher level staff member regarding all facets of patient care and related activities;

Provides teaching and functional training to families;

Attends family conferences to discuss the needs of patients and families;

Assists in the development of physical therapy policies and procedures;

Assists in the development of, and instructs and participates in, facility in-service education programs and other educational programs;

Maintains program records such as the service budget and statistical reports of the frequency and types of treatment and numbers of people treated;

Maintains physical therapy equipment;

Job Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER:

(A) Possession of a valid license and currently registered by the New York State Education Department as a Physical Therapist;

OR,

(B) Possession of a Limited Permit to practice Physical Therapy issued by the New York State Education Department.

Position Start Date:09/01/2025

Civil Service Title: Physical Therapist

Job Number: DISTBFFT3-28-2025