Pool Physical Therapist

This is a Pool PT position for Calvado Care LLC. Staff will be required to travel between our three sister homes Gasport, Allegany and Aurora Park.

The Physical Therapist will evaluate all patients/residents admitted to the facility and will
recommend, in writing, to the attending physician a rehabilitation program if indicated. Upon
receipt of the physician’s orders, the Physical Therapist will be responsible for the
implementation of services and programs concerning physical therapy. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and
geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning and
delivering care.

• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to care for and treat

residents with the following needs: orthopedics, neuro disease, infectious disease and
cognitive deficits, if applicable.

• Evaluates all patients/residents admitted to the facility within 48 hours.
• Recommends in writing to the attending physician a rehabilitation program, if indicated.
• Upon receipt of physician’s orders, implement services and programs related to physical

therapy.

• Conducts patient/resident evaluations, creates short and long term Physical Therapy

goals, assesses rehabilitation potential, and develops and implements a treatment plan
which may be delegated to a PTA if applicable.

• Supervises PTAs in accordance with New York State Regulations.
• Engages in professional communication.
• Completes all necessary documentation in patient/resident charts and care plans.
• Ensures that proper equipment is ordered for home discharge and Home Exercise

Program is given as appropriate.

• Provides appropriate patient/resident and family education.

If you want to be a vital member of our Care Team please apply within. Current PT Licensure in good standing is required