Physical Therapist (PT)
1 month ago
The Bronx
Physical Therapist (PT) – Full-Time Location: Bronx, NY Setting: State-of-the-Art Adult Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to join our multidisciplinary outpatient rehabilitation team. The PT will evaluate and treat adult patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional impairments in a modern, fully equipped facility. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, including functional assessments, range of motion, strength, balance, gait, and pain analysis Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and physician referrals Provide therapeutic interventions including: o Therapeutic exercise o Neuromuscular re-education o Manual therapy techniques o Gait and balance training o Functional mobility training o Modalities as appropriate (e.g., electrical stimulation, ultrasound) Treat conditions including, but not limited to: o Low back pain and radiculopathy o Post-surgical orthopedic conditions o Stroke and neurological disorders o Arthritis and degenerative joint conditions o Balance and fall risk impairments Utilize advanced rehabilitation equipment and technology in a state-of-the-art setting Document evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries in compliance with payer and regulatory requirements Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (PT, OT, SLP, physicians, social workers) to optimize patient care Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and functional independence Ensure compliance with New York State Department of Health regulations and facility policies Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and staff meetings Qualifications Current New York State license to practice Physical Therapy Current CPR/BLS certification Experience in outpatient and/or adult rehabilitation preferred (new graduates welcome with strong clinical rotations) Preferred Skills Experience in a multidisciplinary outpatient setting Knowledge of orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred to serve Bronx community Ability to manage a full patient caseload efficiently Productivity & Performance Expectations Maintain a full-time caseload consistent with outpatient productivity standards Complete timely and accurate documentation to support medical necessity and reimbursement Demonstrate measurable patient progress and functional outcomes Adhere to facility scheduling and attendance policies