Physical Therapist - Catholic Health

Physical Therapist

Full Time, Day Shift

Must be able to work Weekend and Holiday rotation

Rockville Centre, NY

Explore a career with Mercy Hospital, a 375-bed not-for-profit hospital and member of the Catholic Health that has been serving the healthcare needs for the residents of Nassau County and its surrounding areas since 1913. Ranked among the top hospitals in New York State, Mercy offers a NYS designated Stroke Center, Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and has received Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center – the only hospital in the region and one of only two in NY State to receive this prestigious award.

Provides patient care under MD referral in our inpatient department. Maintains required documentation and professional relationships with patients, families and staff. Adheres to Mercy Hospital/department policies and procedures and JCAHO/regulatory agency requirements. Demonstrates and promotes service excellence at all times.

Responsibilities include:

• Administers Physical Therapy treatments per MD referral and in accordance with NYS practice act

• Performs comprehensive evaluations

• Develops appropriate treatment plans with realistic, functional goals

• Observes patients' response to treatment physically and psychologically and adjusts the treatment plan accordingly

• Educates nursing and other hospital staff regarding posture, body mechanics and transfer techniques as needed

Qualifications include:

• BS, MS or DPT degree in Physical Therapy from accredited PT program required

• Current NYS license required

• BLS required

• 1 year of experience required, preferably in inpatient rehabilitation
and/or acute care

• New grads considered if clinical affiliations have included acute care setting and/or inpatient rehab setting

The pay for this position ranges from $42.78 to $55.58 per hour

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.

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