Physical Therapist

Company: Collar City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Collar City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Physical Therapist
Collar City Center -is actively seeking motivated -Physical Therapists -for our Skilled Nursing Facility in Troy, NY.
Summary:
The PT examines Residents upon admission, and then develops/administers therapy plans to manage their conditions, prevent further disabilities, and achieve long-term health benefits. The primary focus is to promote movements, reduce pain, and prevent disability through exercise therapy, manual therapy, and other techniques.
Duties:

Evaluate a Resident's condition and develop an appropriate physical rehabilitation plan.
Help Residents to improve their mobility.
Relieve Resident's pain using exercises, hands-on therapy, stretching, and physical therapy devices.
Teach Residents how to use physical therapy equipment.
Help Residents through their tasks and monitor their performance.
Tell Residents what they should anticipate in different stages of their recovery and how they will handle each situation.
Maintain Resident confidence and protect facility operations by keeping information confidential.
Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants when required.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
Protects Residents and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
Contribute to inter-disciplinary team efforts in resident care

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
Current New York State PT License
Experience in skilled nursing/ long term care settings preferred

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance

Location:
Troy, NY
ABOUT US:
Collar City Center -is a 120-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Troy. It's a welcoming and well-maintained facility. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, helping each to get stronger, healthier, and happier. We want all residents to leave Collar City with pride and independence. -Collar City -Center is a proud member of the We Care Family.

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