Physical Therapist - Early Intervention

• $31.00/session Pre-School Related
• $45.00/session Early Intervention
• $33.00/hour Training Rate

The Registered Physical Therapist is responsible to evaluate and assess program participants, educate individuals and team members, complete required documentation, communicate with other health care professionals on the program participants’ IP/IEP, assist with departmental maintenance and supplies, participate in Agency activities, assist in orientation to the department and assist with equipment adaptation.

Core Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess individuals on an ongoing basis and implement appropriate treatment and goals based upon the evaluation.
• Educate individuals and/or team members about findings of the evaluation, established treatment plans, methods of treatment, etc.
• Educate team members about on-going services, injury prevention, range of motion, positioning and any other areas within the scope of physical therapy.
• Communicate with other health care professionals relating to all aspects of the Individual Program Plan (IPP)/Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Provides assessment, fabrication, modification, and repair of adaptive equipment, as needed.
• Assist in orienting students, volunteers, and new therapists within the program; provide supervision for therapy assistants as required.
• Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPPA requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy plus NYS registration license.
• 1 – 3 years of related experience.
• Basic Computer Skills (Windows, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Excel).
• Valid NYS driver's license required.

Benefits  

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere.  We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off. 

• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts

 

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families.  If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career.   Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting.  upstatecpjobs.org

 

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