Job Summary

Work closely with orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians to plan and administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint, and/or bone diseases to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. Treat a variety of patients including pre- and post-op, athletes, occupational, and more.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews physicians referral (prescription) and patients condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment plan.


• Tests measures patients strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment program. Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.


• Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function. Instructs, motivates and assists patients to perform various physical activities, such as nonmanual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistant and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.


• May administer manual therapy to relieve pain or as otherwise needed in treatment plan.


• Builds strong relationships and keeps communication open with physicians, and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy with other aspects of patients health care.


• Evaluates effectiveness of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit. Records treatment, response, and progress in patients electronic chart. Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.


• Collaborates with other team members, including athletic trainers to develop individualized treatment plans.


• Responsible for meeting volume and outcome goals set by director and team lead.


• Partners with athletic trainers and foster open communication throughout entire department and organization.


• Live our values daily.


• Other duties required as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• NYS Registered Physical Therapist.


• 2+ years experience in high volume outpatient orthopedic setting.


• EMR experience required, MEDENT preferred.


• Clinic/gym environment; considerable physical activity.

Physical Demands

• Heavy lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.


• Required to stand majority of shift.


• Close proximity to patients and coworkers .

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health (with employer contribution), dental, and vision insurance, employer paid base life, and other voluntary benefits*.  Time off benefits include paid combined time off (CTO) and seven paid holidays, plus a floating holiday after one year of service.  Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with company contribution and profit sharing after one year of service.  Qualified team members become eligible to participate in medical benefits on the 1st of the month following date of hire, and retirement benefits after 90 days.   

We also provide professional development opportunities, flexible work schedules, wellness incentives, healthy vending options, and relaxed dress code on Fridays. Our community-focused culture encourages participation in local events, fundraisers, and causes chosen by our team.  We are committed to providing our employees with the resources they need to thrive both personally and professionally. 

*Other voluntary benefits include Voluntary Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, and legal and identity protection and pet insurance 

Who We Are

Excelsior Orthopaedics is a multi-specialty orthopedic practice that has been providing comprehensive care since 2002.  We have multiple locations throughout the Western New York region and a free-standing ambulatory surgery center, Buffalo Surgery Center.  Excelsior Orthopaedics offers a suite of in-house services including general orthopaedic evaluation and treatment, podiatry, physical & occupational therapy, nutrition counseling, sports training, outreach athletic training, orthopaedic express care, imaging, durable medical equipment, and an outpatient total joint program.  Buffalo Surgery Center provides surgical and procedural treatments for orthopaedic, pain and spine, podiatry, total joint replacement, and gastrointestinal patients.  Our mission is to transform the lives of our patients by restoring function and enhancing quality of life.  We are committed to innovative care that is driven by patient needs and supported by the most skilled, experienced team in Western New York