Physical Therapist I - Outpatient

Department/Unit:
Outpatient PM&R
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Salary Range: Min. $32.28/hr - Max $51.61/hr
Physical Therapist I
Outpatient Physical and Occupational Therapy
Days/Evenings
99 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY 12054
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Albany Medical Center Outpatient Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist. We are looking for a self-motivated therapist with an interest in treating a wide variety of patient populations. Specialty training in orthopedic or neurologic populations are encouraged by not required. Strong diagnostic and manual treatment skills are recommended.
• Our large facility provides both open gym area and private treatment rooms with state-of-the-art equipment including Bioness Vector, Aquacisor, Bioness BITS and Radial Pulse Wave units.
• Our diverse and dynamic team offers the ability to be mentored and excel in a variety of specialty areas including manual therapy, pelvic therapy, vestibular therapy, neurological and orthopedic therapies.
• We off the region's most competitive salary, benefits, and time off.
• Working with a dynamic and diverse team of clinical staff who focus on patient centered high-quality care in a friendly team environment you will finding a rewarding and fulfilling career path.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join the largest outpatient therapy facility in the Capital Region with the most board-certified therapists in an evidenced based patient-centered academic hospital system.
Desired Skills/Abilities:
• Skilled evaluation and examination of orthopedic and neurological injuries.
• Development of a plan of care appropriate for each individual patient including the patient and family.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and skill in the selection and implementation of appropriate treatment techniques utilizing traditional modalities, manual skills, and available technology.
• Excellent time management and documentation skills.
• Team oriented focus with both clinical and support staff.
• Strong manual and orthopedic skills.
• Experience preferred; new graduates who meet the above criteria welcome to apply.
Requirements:
• Current NYS physical therapy license, CPR certification
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers patient evaluation and treatments employing physical therapy modalities, procedures and interventions.
• Schedules patients. Maintains written and verbal communication regarding patient and departmental concerns, and submits accurate billing information
• Participates in rotations in all clinical areas
• Participates in teaching, including annual in-service to peers
• Participates as a clinical instructor for students
• Supervises PTA's
• Promotes and contributes to all sanitary and housekeeping policies which are designed to maintain the cleanliness and readiness of all clinic and general staff areas
• Participates with the department quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree of Physical Therapy - required
• Master's Degree of Physical Therapy
• Doctorate Degree of Physical Therapy
• PT - Physical Therapist Upon Hire - required
• BCPR - Board Certification Physical Rehabilitation Upon Hire
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire - required

Physical Demands

• Standing - Constantly
• Walking - Constantly
• Sitting - Rarely
• Lifting - Frequently
• Carrying - Frequently
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Pulling - Occasionally
• Climbing - Occasionally
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Stooping - Frequently
• Kneeling - Frequently
• Crouching - Frequently
• Crawling - Occasionally
• Reaching - Frequently
• Handling - Frequently
• Grasping - Frequently
• Feeling - Constantly
• Talking - Constantly
• Hearing - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold - Rarely
• Extreme heat - Rarely
• Humidity - Rarely
• Wet - Rarely
• Noise - Constantly
• Hazards - Frequently
• Temperature Change - Rarely
• Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely
• Vibration - Rarely

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!
Please be aware for the safety and security of our colleagues and patients all new employees are required to successfully complete all applicable federal, State and institutionally mandated pre-employment screening requirements including:

• Relevant Background Check(s)
• Drug Screen
• PPD / Tuberculosis Test
• Reference Check
• Applicable vaccinations

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!
Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.