Physical Therapist

1. Thoroughly evaluates and sets plan of care to meet patients identified treatment needs.
2. Establishes objective measurable and functional patient goals.
3. Implements and updates treatment program to maximal effectiveness.
4. Effectively oversees patient care delivery by assistants/aides.
5. Completes all documentation within established time frames and according to regulatory guidelines
6. Involves patient/family in establishing treatment plan and accommodates for individual needs (cultural differences language etc.)
7. Participates in educational in-services meetings and performance improvement activities as requested by Coordinator.
8. Assists in the training/supervision of affiliating students/volunteers as requested
9. Maintains all department equipment and treatment areas in a clean and safe manner.
10. Accurately enters patient charges/provides patient billing information to office staff.
11. Displays analytical and basic problem solving skills. Communicates problems to manager as appropriate
12. Follows all time and attendance policies
13. Attends educational programs provided by the Hospital or those which are outside the Hospital that are related to job responsibilities.

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Significant occupational risk

Physical Effort:

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt odors noise human waste etc.

Company: Northern Dutchess Hospital

Org Unit: 1269

Department: Physical Therapy Hyde Park

Exempt: Yes

Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly