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Physical Therapist 1 – Geriatrics

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University of Rochester

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United States of America , Rochester

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Salary:

69326.00 - 90124.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

Evaluates, instructs, and aids patients using a variety of physical therapy procedures and therapies. Determines proper treatments, procedures, and therapies and counsels' patients in the use of equipment and techniques. Works following a physician's orders or operating independently under New York State direct access statute.

Job Responsibility:

  • Evaluates patient's functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others
  • Plans a program of patient treatment related to diagnosis, prognosis, emotional needs or problems, patient’s environment, etc., working from physician’s order
  • Instructs and counsel patients and family in the use of equipment and techniques
  • Evaluates home facilities and suggests need adaptations and resources in preparation for patient discharge
  • Recommends, obtains and instructs on the use of adaptive and assistive devices
  • Ensures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment
  • Determines types and frequencies of therapies
  • Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies
  • Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician
  • Maintains required patient and department records
  • Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in physical therapy and completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting required
  • Master's degree in physical therapy preferred
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Basic foundational knowledge of Physical Therapy Practice required
  • PT - Physical Therapist Licensed in New York State upon hire required

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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