Physical Therapist 2

University of Rochester • Penfield, NY • 1d ago

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Job Location (Full Address):

2064 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd, Penfield, New York, United States of America, 14526

Opening:

Worker Sub@type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Department:

500283 University Sports Medicine

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCD 215

Compensation Range:

$80,923.00 - $105,208.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE

Evaluates, instructs, and aids patients using a variety of physical therapy procedures and therapies. Determines proper treatments, procedures, and therapies and counsels patients in the use of equipment and techniques. Works following a physician's orders or operating independently under New York State direct access statute. Participates in the University's teaching program. May work with and give supervision to one or more physical therapy aides.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Evaluates patient's functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.

Plans a program of patient treatment related to diagnosis, prognosis, emotional needs or problems, patient's environment, etc., working from physician's order.

Instructs and counsel patients and family in the use of equipment and techniques.

Evaluates home facilities and suggests need adaptations and resources in preparation for patient discharge.

Recommends, obtains and instructs on the use of adaptive and assistive devices.

Ensures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment.

Determines @types and frequencies of therapies.

Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies.

Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician.

Assists in directing, guiding and evaluating clinical experience of medical and paramedical students assigned to unit, including affiliate physical therapy students.

Maintains required patient and department records.

Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting required

Master's degree in Physical Therapy preferred

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

3 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in a Physical Therapist role required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Advanced knowledge of Physical Therapy Practice required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

PT - Physical Therapist in New York State upon hire required

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