Physical Therapist

Visiting Nurse Service of Ithaca and Tompkins County

Job Description

Physical Therapist

Position Title : Physical Therapist

Position Description

Under the general guidance of the Director of Rehabilitation Services, provides physical therapy services to patients of the agency, under the direction and written orders of a physician. The physical therapist (PT) works within the scope of practice as defined by the NYS Education Department for physical therapists. The PT practices his / her duties in a manner that is compliant with federal, state, local codes, rules and regulations, and law .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluates the degree of function and disability of patients unless contraindicated by his / her professional judgment or a doctor's written order.
• Develops a treatment plan based on patient evaluation and physician orders, designed to maximize independent, functional mobility.
• Performs physical therapy procedures upon the written order or referral of a licensed physician.
• Records on patients charts all physical therapy evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, consultation and discharge summaries within the time frames established by policy and procedure. Completes documentation by the end of the day on which the visit was made.
• Performs the Comprehensive Assessment (OASIS) at the appropriate time points, and performs aide orientations and biweekly supervisions.
• Assesses the need for adjunct services, if not already involved, to achieve desired patient outcomes, e.g. SLP, OT, MSW, aide, skilled nursing.
• Educates the patient and family in the therapy process and treatment.
• Participates with other personnel in the formulation of the patient's total plan of care, and confers with the clinical team.
• Consults with the physician on a regular basis regarding the therapy plan of care and patient progress.
• Develops or assists in the development of physical therapy policies and procedures.
• Assists in the instruction of agency staff as needed.
• Performs other appropriate duties as needed.

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Supervision Given : Home Health Aides

Supervision Received : Director of Rehabilitation Services

I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.

I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment / post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment / post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.

I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

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