Physical Therapist - Inpatient

*Responsibilities:*Responsible for the evaluation, treatment, progression, and discharge planning of patients throughout the hospital*. *Responsible for the overall direction, utilization, supervision, instruction, and evaluation of professional and supportive staff and students in the physical therapy department/facility.*Performs patient assessment prior to initiation or renewal of therapy** Obtains a medical history, reason for therapy, prior level of function, complications, precautions, critical behavior/mentation.* Performs a functional assessment for each patient prior to treatment.* Writes goals in functional or behavioral terms which include time frames.* Establishes treatment plans on the results of assessment.* Observes and documents patient response to treatment.* Begins patient/family education at time of assessment.* Documents clearly on patient record awareness of age specific needs and their impact on patient assessment.* Includes the patient in decision-making process regarding treatment program.*Provides care to the patient** Maintains patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the department/facility.* Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the age-specific needs of the patient and designs the treatment plan based on human growth development.* Explains every aspect of the written development plan of care before initiating treatment.* Contacts physician when there is a question concerning the prescribed patient orders.* Adapts conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the needs of the patient unable to comprehend verbal commands or voluntarily carry out a regime of therapeutic exercises.* Establishes and maintains a positive line of communication with mutual respect for and trust with each patient.* Documents all treatments to include patient response.*Responsible for preparation and submitting of department/facility reports, assuring confidentiality of all records** Prepares and submits written evaluation reports.* Prepares and submits written discharge summary reports when necessary.* Accurately writes progress note in patient chart.* Accurately submits procedure charges on a daily basis.*Requirements:** Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy.* Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy or Master's degree or higher in Physical Therapy. Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred.* NYS PT Licensure and registration.* Previous hospital experience required* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to staff members, management peers, hospital administration.* Must be able to lift and position patients.* Knowledge of all equipment used in the rehabilitation of physically impaired patients.* Prior EPIC experience.* BLS through American Heart Association.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.Job Type: Full-timePay: $44.41 - $55.55 per hourExpected hours: No more than 37.5 per weekBenefits:* Dental insurance* Disability insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Referral program* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Day shift* Evening shift* Rotating weekendsExperience:* Inpatient: 1 year (Required)Ability to Commute:* Smithtown, NY 11787 (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-07-12