Physical Therapist (PT)

Newvistanursing; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New Jersey is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to work in a Sub-Acute/Long-term Care setting. The role requires a New Jersey Physical Therapy License and 2 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Setting. Responsibilities include evaluating and administering physical therapy treatments, supervising staff, and ensuring patient care documentation. This full-time position offers a day shift schedule with no remote work option, ensuring a hands-on approach to patient rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• New Jersey Physical Therapy License is required.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Setting.
• Experience in administration of physical therapy modalities of treatment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, direct, and administer physical therapy modalities as prescribed.
• Administer treatments and physical agents to restore function.
• Document patient changes accurately and timely.
• Supervise and coordinate the supportive staff.
• Enforce infection control measures.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Care

Infection Control

Supervision and Coordination

Job description

Qualifications

• New Jersey Physical Therapy License (Required)

Full Job Description

• Setting: Sub-Acute/Long-term Care setting.
• Responsible for evaluation, planning, directing, and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician.
• Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability.
• Assists in helping patients reach their maximum potential and learning how to work within their capabilities.
• The staff therapist will be responsible for supervising, coordinating, and delegating responsibilities to the supportive staff.
• Ensures patient changes are documented accurately and on time.
• Responsible for maintaining and helping to enforce any infection control with cleaning equipment and wearing proper PPE in PUI rooms.
• Must have at least 2 years experience in Skilled Nursing Setting.

Job Type: FULL TIME

Schedule: Day Shift; PRN Monday to Saturday

Experience

• Physical Therapy: 2 years (Required)
• Skilled Nursing Facility: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Physical Therapy License (Required)

Work Locations

• One Location

Work Remotely

• No