Physical Therapist (PT)

1 Legacy Healthcare Recruiters; Lower Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency seeks a Staff Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in Lower Township, NJ. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, coordinating with medical teams, and documenting patient progress. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensure in Physical Therapy required.
• Effective communication skills important.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Document patient progress and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Treatment Planning

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients/residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Provides Physical Therapy services including treatment planning & implementation, and discharge planning. Tests patient’s physical abilities analyzing rehabilitation goals; consult with rehab team in order to coordinate the most effective physical therapy program.Organizational Relationships:Supervises: Responsible for the care delivered by PTAs, Rehab Technician.

- Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of physician referral.

- Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician, and treat patients/residents according to physician’s treatment plan.

- Communicate regularly with supervisor, other members of the rehabilitation team, and nursing staff on the patient’s treatment plan, progress, and prognosis.

- Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, 14 day progress report to the physician, and discharge summaries per policy and procedure.

- Instruct patient/resident’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program.

- Secure necessary durable medical equipment for patients/residents to facilitate independence in mobility: i.e. orthoses, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.

- Submits logs and all billing information on a timely basis.

- Reports any problem areas/equipment within each facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately.

- Comply with the State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California Labor Board Guidelines.May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:Licensure/Certification:

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