Physical Therapist

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey; West Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 73,873 - 105,214; Part time

Job summary

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey in West Caldwell is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist to join our 5-star community. The role involves performing initial patient examinations, designing personalized treatment programs, and instructing patients and families.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Physical Therapist with at least 2 years of experience and excellent communication skills. We offer competitive compensation at $65/hour along with ancillary benefits for this role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum approved by relevant associations.
• Current Physical Therapist state license required.
• Minimum 2 years practicing as a Physical Therapist or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial exam to identify problems before intervention.
• Plan and carry out individualized physical treatment programs.
• Administer manual exercises or traction to relieve pain.
• Test and measure patient's motor function and record data.
• Instruct patient and family on home treatment procedures.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Service orientation

Critical thinking

Instructing

Listening

Time management

Education

Graduate of an approved physical therapy curriculum

Job description

Position

Physical Therapist (per diem) – Compensation $65/hour with flexible scheduling at Crane's Mill 5‑star community.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine diagnosis prior to intervention. Review physician's referral and patient medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required.
• Plan, prepare, or carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
• Administer manual exercises, massage, or traction to help relieve pain, increase patient strength, or decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
• Test and measure patient's strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity, or respiratory or circulatory efficiency and record data.
• Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.

Education / Training / Certifications

Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum approved by one of the following: the American Physical Therapy Association; the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association; the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association; and the American Physical Therapy Association.

License

Current Physical Therapist state license required.

Experience

Minimum 2 years practicing as Physical Therapist, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication, service orientation, critical thinking, instructing, listening, and time management.

Benefits & Compensation

Per diem position offering $65/hour with ancillary benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.