physical therapist - Buffalo, NY , USA, United States - Community Health Center of Buffalo

Description

Job Summary:

The Community Health Center of Buffalo (CHCB) is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to join our large, diverse, and well-established health center in Buffalo, NY.

As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for developing and implementing physical therapy services for patients and working as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide quality healthcare.

This position offers a generous benefits and paid time off package.


Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients' conditions and needs through assessments and review of medical history
• Develop individualized physical therapy plans, including activities, goals, and desired outcomes
• Demonstrate exercises and techniques, and ensure patients' understanding and ability to perform treatments
• Work with and educate patients' families as needed
• Make recommendations about special equipment and provide instructions on their usage
• Assess and record patients' activities and progress in electronic medical records
• Provide reports to other healthcare providers for coordination of care
• Participate in Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance activities
• Provide education to patients
• Provide clinical direction to Physical Therapist Assistant and support staff
• Adhere to clinical policies and procedures, including infection control and confidentiality
• Assist with administrative triage when necessary
• Comply with guidelines from regulatory agencies governing healthcare delivery
• Develop and review policies and procedures
• Attend meetings as required
• Perform special assignments as requested
• Direct, instruct, and evaluate medical students assigned to CHCB

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy
• Possession of a license and current registration to practice Physical Therapy in New York State
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office
• Experience using an Electronic Medical Record System

Preferred

Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree
• Specialty focus certifications earned through the American Physical Therapy Association
• Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Professional Membership Affiliations
• Experience with eClinical Works

Physical Demands:
This position requires periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, and stooping. Significant job stress may be associated with the position, and evening work may be required.


Salary:
$68,000 - $85,000 depending on experience.