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New York State Job Bank Physical Therapist in Syracuse, New York
Physical Therapist
Position Description:
The Physical Therapist consults and treats patients who have health conditions that limit their ability to
move and perform everyday activities. The Physical Therapist will help restore patients physical
function and mobility, along with working to promote overall wellness and boost patients quality
of life. The Physical Therapist will provide comprehensive professional therapy service in
accordance with the mission and objectives of Nascentia Health.
Performance Responsibilities and Standards:
Ensure quality and safe delivery of home health services.
Provide safe Physical Therapy interventions to clients/families in accordance with agency
policies and procedures.
Provide patient assessments using best clinical practice.
Develop appropriate plan of care.
Maintain patient care records using approved documentation and format.
o Documentation reflects care and interactions.
o Documentation is completed in a timely manner.
o OASIS documentation is completed within regulatory timeframes.
o The documentation is clear & concise.
Follow professional code of ethics and standards of practice.
Manage a diverse patient caseload.
Communicate patient care issues to interdisciplinary team.
Assume responsibility for supervision of paraprofessionals relevant to patient care plan
Monitor job performance of home health aides and delivery of home health aide services.
Comply with Nascentia Health policies and procedures.
Maintain Nascentia Health productivity standards.
Maintain adherence to agency policies and procedures including Corporate Compliance,
Ethical Standards, and Confidentiality (HIPAA).
Demonstrate knowledge of federal, state and local government rules and regulations.
Demonstrate knowledge and use of infection control practices.
Adhere to dress code policy.
Adhere to quality improvement standards.
Keep personnel requirements up to date, i.e. health requirements,
professional license requirement, and other Nascentia Health requirements.
Demonstrate skills competency through periodic evaluations. 4. Participate in personal growth and development. Participate in education in-services and meetings. Maintain and update clinical knowledge on an ongoing basis. 5. Present a professional image to clients and the community. 6. Perform all other job duties as assigned. Requirements: 1. Currently registered by New York State and the American Physical Therapy Association and educational standard board as applicable. 2. Current New York State Physical Therapy license. 3. Current New York State driver's license and automobile insurance. 4. One-year experience as a therapist preferred. Physical Requirements: Speaking/visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend and express written/verbal communication. Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity including: o Pushing/pulling - Typical weight 50 pounds / Maximum weight 150 pounds o Lifting/ carrying - Typical weight 25 pounds / Maximum weight 40 pounds o Patient transfers, extensive bending, standing, kneeling, walking in various weather conditions e.g., snow, rain, sleet, and going up and down stairs. Ability to drive during all weather conditions.
How to apply: nascentiahealth.org/careers