Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Experienced Physical Therapist to assess and rehabilitate patients in a subacute setting. The PT will design and implement treatment plans, set achievable goals, and document patient progress under physician direction.

Responsibilities include supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, documenting evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries, while collaborating with the broader care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid state license/registration as a Physical Therapist.
• Oversees Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Long-term/geriatric care experience preferred.
• Strong documentation writing ability.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct care.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with set goals.
• Document patient progress and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to schedules and confidentiality.

Skills

Geriatric care

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Licensed Physical Therapist

Assessment & treatment planning

Education

Physical Therapy degree or Doctor of Physical Therapy

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