Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Roselle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Weekend shifts

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Experienced Physical Therapist to join our facility. The PT will assess referred patients, design and implement rehab programs, and work under physician direction.

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited PT program, hold a valid state license, and be able to supervise PT Assistants. Prior geriatric or long-term care experience and strong documentation skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid state license for practice.
• Experience with long-term/geriatric care preferred but not required.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and develop individualized rehabilitation plans.
• Provide direct patient care and document progress and outcomes.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and coordinate with physicians and care teams.

Skills

Geriatric care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Case Mix Index experience

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