Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Professional Growth Potential

Much More!

Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center seeks an experienced Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in New Jersey. You will assess referred patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and work under physician direction to improve function.

Responsibilities include setting goals, documenting progress, educating patients and families, supervising PT assistants, and collaborating with nursing and other disciplines. Weekday and weekend shifts available.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Valid physical therapy license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.
• Strong documentation skills, including evaluations and progress notes.
• Ability to collaborate with all disciplines for patient-centered care.
• Punctual, professional, and compliant with confidentiality/HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and plan direct care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals per patient capacity.
• Document patient condition and educate patients and families.
• Supervise and oversee PT Assistants.
• Collaborate with other disciplines and document discharge planning.
• Adhere to scheduling and professional standards.

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

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