Physical Therapist

Bartholomew Health Care Group Inc.; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Supplemental Benefits Availab

Job summary

Bartholomew Health Care Group Inc. in Mountainside, NJ is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team at Mountainside Nursing Home, helping residents achieve mobility and independence.

You will evaluate and treat residents with diverse conditions, design individualized plans, collaborate with physicians, occupational and speech therapists, and maintain accurate documentation. A state license and a graduate degree are required, with at least one year in long-term

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in physical therapy, with a strong desire to work in a long-term care setting.
• Current licensure in the state of [State] as a Physical Therapist
• Ability to lift, transfer, and support residents with varying weights and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat residents with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiovascular conditions.
• Design and implement individualized treatment plans to promote resident independence, function, and mobility.
• Conduct daily evaluations and treatments, and provide education and training to residents, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, and speech therapists to provide comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatment plans, progress notes, and resident data.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team conferences.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with residents, families, and staff members.
• Stay current with best practices and standards of physical therapy practice.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review processes.

Education

Graduate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team at Mountainside Nursing Home, where we are committed to providing exceptional care and services to our residents. As aPhysical Therapist, you will be an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, playing a vital role in helping our residents achieve their highest level of physical function and independence.

About the Role:

• Evaluating and treating residents with a variety of physical impairments, including those with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiovascular conditions
• Designing and implementing individualized treatment plans to promote resident independence, function, and mobility
• Conducting daily evaluations and treatments, as well as providing education and training to residents, family members, and caregivers
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, occupational therapists, and speech therapists, to provide comprehensive care
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of treatment plans, progress notes, and resident data

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team conferences
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with residents, families, and staff members
• Stay current with best practices and standards of physical therapy practice
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review processes

Requirements:

• Graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Minimum 1 years of experience in physical therapy, with a strong desire to work in a long-term care setting
• Current licensure in the state of [State] as a Physical Therapist
• Ability to lift, transfer, and support residents with varying weights and abilities

Benefits: Health & Supplemental Benefits Available