Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home jobs in Rochester, NY

We have an exciting opportunity for energetic PTs! New Grads Welcome! LTC experience preferred but not required! Completitive Wages!

Aaron Manor is looking for a full-time Monday - Friday Physical Therapist for our family-operated nursing home in Fairport, NY. There are unique differences to being part of a family-owned and operated business.  Each and every employee is critically necessary to create and maintain a balanced, efficient, and effective workplace.  Every voice matters in our efforts every day.  Through mutual respect for each other, active listening, and good communication, we together create a working atmosphere that strives to achieve best practices both clinically and financially. If this sounds like something you're looking for in a job, please apply today!

Job Summary: Provides skilled physical therapy services in the center consistent with professional standards and policies. Participates in the development of programs necessary to achieve patient care objectives. This position is delegated the responsibility and accountability necessary to carry out assigned duties and adherence to Company's mission, values, policies, and procedures. 

Job Duties:

Completes all documentation and billing required and in accordance with state and federal regulations and policy.

Performs patient screens, annuals, and nursing requests to determine the need for services and/or recommendations to care plan.

Provides updates on patient status, progress, discharge planning, as well as any follow-up needs or items to Director and Rehab team as needed.

Attends facility meetings as requested.

Develop a therapy plan of care.

Use standardized assessments to validate the need for skilled PT services.

Communicates and coordinates patient care with other members of the patient's healthcare team.

Displays competency in execution and application of various treatment modalities including but not limited to diathermy, e-stim, and ultrasound.

Provide patient and family with teaching related to patient's physical therapy program and it's maintenance.

Requirements:

Education is required in an accredited Physical Therapy program and a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree. Qualification as a licensed Physical Therapist in the state(s) of practice.

Skills:

Basic Computer Knowledge.

Physical Demands:

For physical demands of the position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion, and environment, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising resident care.