Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist at Patient Care summary:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for assessing and evaluating patients' functional status, mobility, and pain to develop and implement effective treatment plans that improve patient well-being. They collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members to monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly. This role requires licensure, CPR certification, and the ability to provide in-home care using a personal vehicle.

We are hiring for a full-time Physical Therapist to join our team at Patient Care in West Orange, NJ.

Pay Range $110,000 - $120,000 depending on experience.

At Patient Care, a part of LHC Group we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!

• employee wellness programs
• flexibility for true work-life balance
• holidays & paid time off
• continuing education & career growth opportunities
• company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
• Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.

Licensure Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of NJ.
• Current CPR certification
• Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle

Keywords:

physical therapy, patient care, mobility assessment, pain management, treatment planning, home health therapy, functional evaluation, rehabilitation, patient progress monitoring, licensed physical therapist