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Prokatchers

Local Contract Physical Therapist - $48 per hour

Prokatchers, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11210


Prokatchers is seeking a local contract Physical Therapist for a local contract job in Brooklyn, New York.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Physical TherapistDiscipline:

TherapyDuration:

13 weeks40 hours per weekShift:

8 hours, daysEmployment Type:

Local ContractPay Rate: $48.00/hr.Medical Specialty: Physical TherapistStandard Shift: DaysWeekly Schedule: 5x8Duties:The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for evaluation, treatment planning and delivery of skilled PT services to clients of this facility.PT is responsible for the timely initiation of services.PT is responsible for screening, evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family/caregiver education.PT will document all services provided to ensure accurate and timely billing of therapy services.The PT assures that patient care follows the organization’s guidelines; meets professional standards, community needs and is in compliance with Federal and State guidelines.The PT serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients and to internal and external customers.Ensures cross-disciplinary coordination in order to provide consistent patient care.Participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.Responsibilities:Develops treatment plan and provides treatment, within the bounds of practice guidelines and consistent with benefit and reimbursement level to achieve optimum functional outcome for patients.Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including evaluations, daily notes, progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as required.Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides and students as applicable with State and Federal guidelines.Participates in care planning meetings, rehab meetings and family training in order to communicate patient progress.Educates staff, other health care professionals and third party payers on the benefits and functional outcomes of intervention.Follows organizational and facility policies and procedures to ensure employee and patient safety.Ensures equipment is in good working order prior to providing care to patients. Follows procedures for reporting damaged equipment.Maintains a clean environment.Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques.Participates in provision of in-service training sessions or other educational presentations to unit team, or facility in order to enhance one’s clinical and professional knowledge and skills.Maintains appropriate state licensure, certification and credentialing.Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.Makes appropriate referrals to other members of the rehab team.Provides regular screening of residents and reviews restorative care plans on a quarterly basis.Provide brief update on patient’s progress verbally, and or/in writing to the Director of Rehab, and/or during unit rounds and care plan meetings.Attend interdisciplinary meetings in accordance with the policies of the rehabilitation department of the pediatric unit.Act as a liaison therapist: To establish a relationship and communication with all outside school therapists treating our children and disseminate this information to all specific care meetings (i.e. Plan of care, orthopedic clinic, psychiatric clinic, wheelchair clinic, adapted wheelchair clinic, adapted equipment clinic.To serve as clinical instructor when PT student affiliates at this facility.Any other duties the Director of Rehab and/or upper management may assign and/or require.Preferred Skills & Experience:Minimim one (1) year of speech pathology experience with the pediatric population.Minimim one (1) year in a residential/assisted living or skilled nursing facility.Minimim one (1) year of experience with CVA, TBI, modalities and splinting.Required Education:Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from accredited program.Required Certifications & Licensure:NY state Physical Therapist LicenseBLSProKatchers LLC is revolutionizing healthcare staffing! 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ProKatchers LLC is a leading force in US Healthcare Staffing, connecting top-tier professionals with healthcare institutions. Committed to excellence and client satisfaction, we specialize in providing innovative workforce solutions, ensuring organizations thrive in the dynamic healthcare landscape. With a focus on building enduring relationships, we match qualified candidates to opportunities where they can make a significant impact. Our streamlined recruitment processes and cutting-edge technology set us apart, making ProKatchers LLC your trusted partner for reliable, personalized, and efficient healthcare staffing solutions. Your success is our priority.