Job Summary
Job Description
Now Hiring: Physical Therapist – Assisted Living Facility in Syracuse, New York
Calling all Physical Therapists (PTs)! We have an immediate opening in an assisted living facility in New York. If you have a great understanding of common age-related conditions like arthritis, osteoporosis, dementia, and Parkinson's disease, we encourage you to apply and help us improve our patients' overall quality of life.
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM
Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 per year + benefits
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct comprehensive physical evaluations to assess range of motion, strength, balance, gait patterns, and functional limitations of each resident
- Create individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, including specific goals, exercise routines, and modalities like heat therapy or manual therapy
- Implement treatment plans through exercises designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination, as well as addressing pain management
- Assist residents with walking techniques, using assistive devices like canes or walkers, and addressing fall prevention strategies
- Focus on activities of daily living (ADLs) like dressing, bathing, and transferring, ensuring residents can perform them independently or with minimal assistance
- Instruct residents and caregivers on proper exercise techniques, home exercise programs, and fall prevention strategies
- Maintain detailed patient records, including progress notes, treatment plans, and functional assessments
Requirements:
- Valid Physical Therapy license in the state of New York
- Master/Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited institution
- Experience in an Assisted Living Facility (preferred but not required)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to develop and implement patient-specific treatment plans
- Passion for helping patients achieve meaningful recovery
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage
- Paid Malpractice Insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid continuing education and professional development support
Take advantage of this opportunity. Join Us Today!