Healthcare and Medical Jobs in Riverhead, NY

Northwell Health ???s Department of Family Medicine is excited to welcome Board Certified/Board Eligible Faculty Physicians to join our team at the Family Medicine Residency Program at Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead, NY.

Among other responsibilities, the Faculty Physician will play a key role in shaping the educational curriculum, working closely with the Program Directors and Associate Program Directors.

Northwell Health???s Medicine Service Line is seeking board eligible/board certified Internal or Family Medicine Physicians to join our team in Suffolk County, NY .

Our team is composed of a large, dynamic, and diverse group of clinicians, educators, and researchers from multiple professions eager to take on the challenge of patient centered longitudinal, and comprehensive primary care services.

Pediatric Physical Therapist NEEDED!!  

Why Choose Metro? For over thirty years, Metro Therapy, Inc (a Powerback Rehabilitation company) has been serving the educational and developmental needs of the pediatric populations throughout the greater New York city area. Metro is proud of our dedication to the community and committed to bringing new, insightful knowledge that will allow us to provide the best services to our clients. We provide employees with comprehensive benefits and compensation, access to clinical support teams, and career growth opportunities.

Seeking experienced professionals to work with our youngest population! 

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
Early Intervention (NYSDOH approval letter required for Contract Positions) 
Preschool Coverage (Itinerant) throughout Nassau and Suffolk 

We offer:
Flexible scheduling
Benefits for full time and part time team members (not applicable for 1099)
Part time preferred hours or full time hours
Prompt payment for services rendered (some positions)
Access to clinical support teams
Training workshops for which professional development credit may be earned
Pay commensurate with experience 

Responsibilities and Duties
Provide developmentally and educationally based intervention to improve safety and independence
Data input into secure, computerized systems for reports and billing 

Job Types: Contract
Pay: $70.00 - $90.00 per hour
Expected hours: FLEXIBLE

The Physical Therapist, School Based serves students with various physical, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Ages range from 3-21 years old. Age specific experience and/or special training and/or expertise is required to serve this population.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Implements treatment plans and programs through consistent daily and weekly schedules that focus on functional and measurable outcomes to be shared with the school and/or supervisors.

Delivers specialized individual and group physical therapy instruction as mandated in students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Collects data and completes reports regarding the student’s goals and progress. 

Consults with other professionals (Teachers, SLP, OT, PCP, etc)  on the student's treatment team to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive therapy team. 

Assesses and documents each student’s progress through formal and informal tests and measurements.

Writes and prepares annual review reports and goals for each student in accordance with their IEP dates and requirements in order to remain in compliance with state guidelines.

Provides physical therapy expertise when developing FBA/BIP.

Provides parent and caregiver support and education to discuss the student’s progress and strategies for continued support outside of school.

Attends all school related meetings as scheduled, such as, but not limited to, Triennials, Annual Reviews, Domain, Referrals, and pre-IEP meetings for each individual student.

Ensures a suitable learning environment by setting up and preparing materials and supplies as needed.

Supervises PTA(s) in accordance with state practice act guidelines, as needed.

Communicates and follows up with schools and families to obtain appropriate physician signatures/orders for school-based physical therapy referrals in order to initiate and continue with services.

Follows the safety guidelines and directives for the student in regards to functional mobility and orientation (i.e. transfers, wheelchair or walker mobility, etc.) and exercises provided by other related service providers (i.e. occupational therapist, vision itinerant, hearing itinerant, speech and language pathologist, orientation and mobility instructor, etc.).

Utilizes communication devices and assistive technology as outlined by the speech language pathologist and itinerants. 

Follows any fire drill or safety guidelines outlined for each individual student.

Provides screenings and evaluations to determine requirements for skilled physical therapy intervention relative to student/client’s level of function. This includes, but is not limited to the following areas: school function, range of motion, strength, positioning, contracture management, conducting home assessments, discharge planning, development of maintenance programs and other related client care issues.

Provides documentation to maintain the quality of therapy records, as it relates to reimbursement guidelines, accuracy of billing information, and school requirements.

Participates in school trainings, in-service, and professional development opportunities. 

Performs other related duties as required.

Appropriate State License
NYSED Certification Teacher  of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) OR Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
For some preschool referrals - willingness to work with medically fragile

Overview
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can be part of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to restoring the health and well-being of clients? Look no further – VNS Health Personal Care is seeking compassionate and skilled Certified Home Health Aides like you

What You Will Do

• Provide personal care and support, including ambulation, transfers, ostomy care, and assistance with medical equipment and self-administered medication.
• Monitor vital signs, observe and report client conditions, and adhere to infection control practices.
• Assist with personal hygiene, nutrition, fluid intake, and light housekeeping.
• Ensures client rights and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of New York State Health Department approved HHA Training Program or Equivalency.
• Sixth (6) grade reading comprehension level. 
• Writing and math skill level to the extent necessary for the successful and safe performance of required job functions. 
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Physical Requirements

• Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting adult clients. 
• Standing and walking for extensive periods, as well as bending and climbing stairs. 
• Commonly lifts, carries, and maneuvers items weighing more than 50 lbs.

Compensation:

• $19.50 - $22.00 per hour