Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Professional growth potential

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Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for our facility.

You will assess referred patients, establish and administer individualized treatment plans, set attainable goals, document progress, and educate patients and families in appropriate therapy methods. The role also involves supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and collaborating with the care team to ensure optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Valid PT license and registration in the state of practice.
• Experience supervising PT assistants is preferred.
• Experience with long-term or geriatric care is preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and patient record maintenance.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care and develop treatment plans.
• Set goals and document patient condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families in physical therapy methods.
• Supervise and coordinate with Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Complete evaluations, weekly progress notes, and discharge documentation.

Skills

Geriatric care

Supervising PT assistants

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient assessment

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

State physical therapy license

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT)

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Experienced PT for our Facility.

Duties Include:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Physical Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Physical Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• The Physical Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

ALL POSITIONS AVAILABLE. Weekdays and Weekend available.

We Offer the Following:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
• Professional Growth Potential
• Much More!

Wages - Based on Experience, Competetive Hourly Rates

An Equal Opportunity Employer