Req Number 132514Position DescriptionThis is a full-time physical therapist position in a hospital-based outpatient sports/orthopedic setting at Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma (NISMAT). NISMAT is the first hospital-based sports medicine institute in the country dedicated to advanced clinical practice, research, and education. Mentorship, continuing education, development of specialty practice, and involvement in research are all integrated into this full-time position.Job DescriptionEvaluates and treats patients with disabilities, injuries, and/or diseases using physical, chemical and mechanical means in accordance with the written and signed prescription and/or referral of a state licensed physician or authorized practitioner. Maintains complete medical records for each patient.Job Responsibility
Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner.
Utilizes appropriate evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
Designs a treatment program to achieve established goals.
Makes accurate observations of patient tolerance and/or status during treatment and demonstrates the ability to modify a treatment program as needed.
Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care, when necessary.
Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.
Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
Attends family meetings/conferences and interacts with members of the inter-disciplinary staff pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients.
Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
Master's Degree required (Doctor of Physical Therapy degree preferred), or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Current License to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
1-3 years of relevant experience, required.
Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $79,880-$136,340/yearIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
