Physical Therapist

Job Details

Job Ref:R0079418 Category:Rehabilitation Service/Therapy Employment Type:Full-Time Health Care Partner:Elizabethtown Community Hospital Location: 101 Adirondack Dr, Ticonderoga, NY 12883 Department:ECH - Physical Therapy Job Type:Regular Primary Shift:Variable-8-10hr Hours:- Hours per Week: 40 Weekend Needs:None Pay Rate: $38.40 - $57.60 per hour

The Physical Therapist organizes and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part; assists patient in reaching his/her maximum performance and functional level as well as teaching compensatory skills to alleviate temporary or permanent loss or incapacitation.

Education:

• Minimum qualifications are possession of a B.S. degree in physical therapy and licensure or license eligibility in the State of New York.

Qualifications / Job Requirements:

• Requires ability to communicate effectively to patients regarding the anticipated treatment plan, level of patient's expected participation and expected outcome.
• Position requires the ability to relate to the public and medical staff as a member of the rehabilitation team.