Physical Therapist

Mountainside-Nursing-Home; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Meaningful work

Job summary

Mountainside Nursing Home in Mountainside, New Jersey, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide rehabilitation services to long-term care residents and improve their functional outcomes.

The role involves evaluating patients, designing individualized treatment plans, manual therapy, exercise programming, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. A DPT and NJ license are required, with LT care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• DPT degree from an accredited program.
• Current physical therapy license in New Jersey.
• Experience in long-term care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations of residents to identify rehabilitation needs and goals.
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy programs with treatment planning and documentation.
• Provide direct patient care, including manual therapy and exercise programming.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Monitor and re-evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of patient care and treatment.

Skills

Manual therapy

Exercise programming

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Physical Therapist - Long Term Care

Mountainside Nursing Home is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team of healthcare professionals in Mountainside, New Jersey. As a Physical Therapist at Mountainside Nursing Home, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality rehabilitation services to our long-term care residents.

About the Role:

As a Physical Therapist - Long Term Care, you will be responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized physical therapy programs to help our residents achieve their maximum functional potential. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans that address the unique needs and goals of each resident.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough evaluations of new and existing residents to identify rehabilitation needs and establish goals
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy programs, including goal setting, treatment planning, and documentation
• Provide direct patient care, including manual therapy, exercise programming, and education sessions
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including occupational therapists, speech therapists, and nursing staff, to ensure comprehensive care
• Monitor and re-evaluate patient progress, making adjustments to treatment plans as needed
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient care and treatment

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment with a focus on patient-centered care
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families
• Competitive compensation and benefits package (to be discussed during the interview process)

Requirements:

• A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program
• Current physical therapy license in the state of New Jersey
• Experience working in a long-term care setting is preferred, but not required