Physical Therapist

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Physical Therapist on our Rehabilitation team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center Catskills.

ResponsibilitiesA registered professional Physical Therapist who is responsible for assessing Physical Therapy needs, for performing patient assessments and reassessments, for performing Physical Therapy procedures on patients as ordered, and for revising the patient’s therapeutic plan of care as needed. The staff Physical Therapist is also responsible for assisting in the direction of Physical Therapist Assistants.

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health Medical Center. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. The compensation range for the role is $75,400-94,250 salaried.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation 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) QualificationsMinimum

Certificate, B. S., Masters graduate from an approved school of Physical Therapy, tDPT or DPT. Minimum

One year experience preferred. Required Certification/Registration: Licensed and registered in New York State with one year experience preferred or possession of a New York State limited permit. A physical therapist practicing under a limited permit will have 6 months from the date of issuance of the limited permit to successfully pass the New York State licensing examination.

Physical

Position will primarily be medium to heavy work requiring lifting in excess of 25 pounds. Requires physical capacity to transfer and/or assist in the transfer of a variety of patients, transport bulky equipment safely, and consistently practice proper body mechanics. Will require bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.

Requires 20% sitting and 80% standing. Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken and written word is required. Work week days vary with department requirements.

Working Conditions:Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well- lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards. May have occasional exposure to blood, body substances, infectious materials, chemical hazards, vibration, radiation, slippery surfaces, or noise that may result from performance of duties.

Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking.

Ability to lift 25 lbs. Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility.

Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.