Department/Unit:

　　Outpatient PM&R

　　Work Shift:

　　Day (United States of America)

　　Salary Range: Min. $32.28/hr - Max $51.61/hr

　　Physical Therapist I

　　Outpatient Physical and Occupational Therapy

　　Days/Evenings

　　99 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY 12054

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　• Albany Medical Center Outpatient Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist. We are looking for a self-motivated therapist with an interest in treating a wide variety of patient populations. Specialty training in orthopedic or neurologic populations are encouraged by not required. Strong diagnostic and manual treatment skills are recommended.

　　• Our large facility provides both open gym area and private treatment rooms with state-of-the-art equipment including Bioness Vector, Aquacisor, Bioness BITS and Radial Pulse Wave units.

　　• Our diverse and dynamic team offers the ability to be mentored and excel in a variety of specialty areas including manual therapy, pelvic therapy, vestibular therapy, neurological and orthopedic therapies.

　　• We off the region’s most competitive salary, benefits, and time off.

　　• Working with a dynamic and diverse team of clinical staff who focus on patient centered high-quality care in a friendly team environment you will finding a rewarding and fulfilling career path.

　　• This is a fantastic opportunity to join the largest outpatient therapy facility in the Capital Region with the most board-certified therapists in an evidenced based patient-centered academic hospital system.

　　Desired Skills/Abilities:

　　• Skilled evaluation and examination of orthopedic and neurological injuries.

　　• Development of a plan of care appropriate for each individual patient including the patient and family.

　　• Demonstrate critical thinking and skill in the selection and implementation of appropriate treatment techniques utilizing traditional modalities, manual skills, and available technology.

　　• Excellent time management and documentation skills.

　　• Team oriented focus with both clinical and support staff.

　　• Strong manual and orthopedic skills.

　　• Experience preferred; new graduates who meet the above criteria welcome to apply.

　　Requirements:

　　• Current NYS physical therapy license, CPR certification

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Administers patient evaluation and treatments employing physical therapy modalities, procedures and interventions.

　　Schedules patients. Maintains written and verbal communication regarding patient and departmental concerns, and submits accurate billing information

　　Participates in rotations in all clinical areas

　　Participates in teaching, including annual in-service to peers

　　Participates as a clinical instructor for students

　　Supervises PTA’s

　　Promotes and contributes to all sanitary and housekeeping policies which are designed to maintain the cleanliness and readiness of all clinic and general staff areas

　　Participates with the department quality improvement activities.

　　Qualifications

　　Bachelor's Degree of Physical Therapy - required

　　Master's Degree of Physical Therapy

　　Doctorate Degree of Physical Therapy

　　PT - Physical Therapist Upon Hire - required

　　BCPR - Board Certification Physical Rehabilitation Upon Hire

　　BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire - required

　　Physical Demands

　　Standing - Constantly

　　Walking - Constantly

　　Sitting - Rarely

　　Lifting - Frequently

　　Carrying - Frequently

　　Pushing - Occasionally

　　Pulling - Occasionally

　　Climbing - Occasionally

　　Balancing - Occasionally

　　Stooping - Frequently

　　Kneeling - Frequently

　　Crouching - Frequently

　　Crawling - Occasionally

　　Reaching - Frequently

　　Handling - Frequently

　　Grasping - Frequently

　　Feeling - Constantly

　　Talking - Constantly

　　Hearing - Constantly

　　Repetitive Motions - Constantly

　　Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

　　Working Conditions

　　Extreme cold - Rarely

　　Extreme heat - Rarely

　　Humidity - Rarely

　　Wet - Rarely

　　Noise - Constantly

　　Hazards - Frequently

　　Temperature Change - Rarely

　　Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely

　　Vibration - Rarely

　　Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!Please be aware for the safety and security of our colleagues and patients all new employees are required to successfully complete all applicable federal, State and institutionally mandated pre-employment screening requirements including:

　　Relevant Background Check(s)

　　Drug Screen

　　PPD / Tuberculosis Test

　　Reference Check

　　Applicable vaccinations

　　Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

　　Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​

　　Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

　　This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

　　Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

　　Albany Med is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s CapitalRegion and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

　　Albany Med offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care andadministration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:

　　Excellent health care coverage (http://albanymedcareers.com/benefits/employee-health-%20benefits/) with lower copays at most Albany Med providers.

　　A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing (http://albanymedcareers.com/benefits/employee-advantages/)

　　Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Med offers a full range outpatient and inpatient careand is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 trauma center, and only children’s hospital. Thedowntown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

　　Albany Med partners with Columbia Memorial Health, Saratoga Hospital and Glens Falls Hospital to form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.