Physical Therapist, Outpatient Rehab - (Per Diem), Multiple Locations!

Summary:

\n Provides physical therapy examination and evaluation to determine prognosis, provide intervention, and update plan of care.

\n Assists manager/supervisor with clinical and operational issues. Works with manager to improve processes and utilization of rehab services.

Position Responsibilities:

\n • Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members/supervisors to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.

\n • Demonstrates comprehensive evaluation skills and interventions. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and modification of plan of care as appropriate.

\n • Maintains and completes evaluations, patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.

\n • Effectively utilizes PTAs, aides and other support staff as appropriate.

\n • Effectively communicates with patient and/or family/significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patient’s age, physical condition and cultural needs.

Required Education:

\n Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy form a program accredited by the APTA.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

\n Current licensure in the State of New Jersey.

\n CPR certification.

\n For home care and early intervention staff, a valid driver’s license, current automobile registration and proof of insurance.