Experienced Physical Therapist - Geriatric Rehab & Growth

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey seeks an Experienced Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in a subacute facility. You will create individualized plans, document progress, and educate patients and families while supervising PT Assistants under physician direction.

Experience in long-term/geriatric care is preferred; strong charting, HIPAA compliance, and professionalism are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid state license and registration.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Long-term or geriatric care experience preferred.
• Strong documentation and charting skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and resident rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care and establish treatment goals.
• Develop and administer patient-specific therapy plans.
• Document patient condition, progress and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and collaborate with disciplines.
• Maintain professional conduct and adhere to scheduled hours.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Patient-centered care

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Professionalism

Care planning

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist

PT degree (DPT/BA)

Tools

Documentation writing

Job description

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey seeks an Experienced Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in a subacute facility. You will create individualized plans, document progress, and educate patients and families while supervising PT Assistants under physician direction.

Experience in long-term/geriatric care is preferred; strong charting, HIPAA compliance, and professionalism are essential.