Location: Chappaqua,NY, USA
About the job Physical Therapist (Per Diem) Description: ** NEW HIGHER RATES ** FLEXIBLE HOURS ** WEEKEND HOURS PREFFERED **Higher Rates For Weekend Availability Sky View Rehabilitation and Health Care, a 192-bed Skilled Nursing Facility located in Croton-on-Hudson, NY has an opening for an PRN Physical Therapist. Sky View serves as the bridge between hospital and home, spanning the gap from recovery to community reentry. Our luxurious and hotel-like environment is the ideal setting for those in need of Post Acute Rehabilitation or Long-Term Care. Our team of highly skilled physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapists really care and work together to create an individualized therapy plan that helps residents reach their highest level of functioning in as short an amount of time as possible - preparing for their eventual return home.Physical Therapist, PT is to assist in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing Physical Therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the Director of Rehabilitation and/or the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all timesPhysical Therapist must possess the ability to plan, develop, organize, evaluate, and implement the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., of the physical therapy program to help residents obtain/maintain their highest level of physical, mental and social well-being.Physical Therapist will Interpret and/or instruct in physical therapy policies and procedure to personnel, residents, family members, etc. as necessary.Physical Therapist will participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments (MDS), etc. as necessarySupervise Physical Therapy Assistants as outlined by the State Physical Therapy Practice Act.Maintain treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required and maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents Requirements: Must possess a current license and registration to practice as a Physical Therapist, PT in the State of NY.Must possess current malpractice insurance, license in good standingDedicated to providing extraordinary compassionate care as a Physical Therapist, PTEnergetic, enthusiastic, committed, & passionate about quality careGenuinely interested in helping ill, injured, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, & sometimes challenging residentsPatience, a cheerful disposition, & willingness to assist any residents & co-workersExcellent communication, customer service, & organization skillsTrusted to work independently & in a team environmentAble to work well under pressure, flexible, & will work harmoniously with all staffCovid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED ; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDCWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 914.###.#### ext 110 and asking to speak to the HR Department or email us at ...@skyviewhealthcare.com *Disclaimer: This is a general job summary for advertisement purposes only. A full comprehensive job description can be provided upon request or during the hiring process.