Physical Therapist

Schedule:Full time, Monday-Friday and some Saturdays will be requiredThis well-known Brooklyn nursing & rehabilitation center is dedicated to the delivery of the highest quality of healthcare services. We provide our community with access to Long Term Care Health Services, offering the latest advancements in medical technology in an atmosphere committed to progressive rehabilitative care. We proudly provide an extensive range of services.The physical therapy department is seeking a talented and professional Physical Therapist to join it's intimate rehab team. He or she will be dedicated to providing the best possible care to all patients. The physical therapy department's team of professionals can design a rehabilitation program for a variety of conditions for any area of the body. They devise individualized treatment plans to achieve the specific goals of each patient. Some of the conditions they treat and provide services for include:Musculoskeletal disorders Proprioception deficitsPhysical and functional restrictions Physical Strengthening and conditioningSports-related injuries Peripheral neuropathiesPre-surgical preparation Arthritic conditionsPost-surgical rehabilitationThe Physical Therapist will be responsible for doing an initial evaluation on the patient's first visit. Also, the PT will have to develop an individualized treatment program designed, in conjunction with the physician's prescription, to meet the patient's specific rehabilitative needs. Under the supervision of a therapist, patient goals are established and treatment begins. Various physical therapy modalities may be utilized during treatment, including electrical stimulation, ultrasound, ice and heat, paraffin wax, as well as therapeutic exercise and manual therapy.