Experienced Physical Therapist - Geriatric Rehab Leader

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Professional Growth Potential

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Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center seeks an Experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to provide direct patient care and develop rehabilitation programs for residents. The PT will assess medical conditions and functional capabilities, set treatment goals, document progress, and educate patients and families under physician direction.

Responsibilities include supervising PTAs, documenting evaluations and discharge summaries, collaborating with other disciplines, and maintaining professional

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Overseeing and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
• Well versed with documentation writing.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights compliance.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals.
• Set realistic goals and document progress.
• Educate patients and families in appropriate physical therapy methods.

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Licensed PT

Clinical supervision

Geriatric care

Documentation

Job description

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center seeks an Experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to provide direct patient care and develop rehabilitation programs for residents. The PT will assess medical conditions and functional capabilities, set treatment goals, document progress, and educate patients and families under physician direction.

Responsibilities include supervising PTAs, documenting evaluations and discharge summaries, collaborating with other disciplines, and maintaining professional