- Performs initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluation according to APTA standards of practice and New York State Law and Rehabilitation Department guidelines.   - Provides physical therapy services for the patient, as ordered by the physician.   - Develops a plan of care for the patient, in collaboration with the nurse, identifying short and long term goals and patient and caregiver involvement.   - Performs clinical tests to discover functional limitations and the potential for restoration and develops a plan of care with restorative and maintenance goals to meet identified needs.   - Observes, records and reports to the physician and the nurse, the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition.   - Works with the health team to shorten the patient recovery from illness and incorporates the management of residual disability.  - Fits assistive devices for self-care and ambulation; trains patient in the use of devices and inspects for function.   - Participates in evaluating overall position performance, goal setting and achievement, and performance improvement plan.  - Current NYS license to practice as a Physical Therapist   - Current Driver’s License, required insurance and car available for work as required  Education:  - Associate Degree  - Bachelor’s Degree preferred