Physical Therapist - Weekday

Company: Pine Acres
Location: Garwood
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Physical Therapist for Pine Acres in Madison

Shift/hours: Full Time, Weekends, Weekdays

Working at Pine Acres truly means becoming a member of our family. We believe caring for seniors is a uniquely rewarding experience and there is no better place to realize that experience than with us.

As a Pine Acres employee, you will be an integral member of our team, and share in the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents each and every day.
Job description
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Local Skilled Nursing Facility

Now seeking Physical Therapist

Responsibilities/duties:

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• Work collaboratively with the therapy teams and Rehab Department
  
• Complete evaluations and all necessary documentation
  
• Provide recommendations supporting communications/assessments
  
• Provide therapy as outlined in treatment plans and prescriptions
  
• Offer treatments that help improve patient's inabilities and/or challenges
  
• Independently manage workflow which includes allotting time for treatment documentation of individual and group treatments and notes in the electronic records system
  
• -Familiar with PDPM
  
• Align therapy treatments and plans with understanding of Medicaid and Medicare billing
  
  Qualifications:
  
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  • New Jersey License
    
  • Background/experience in long term care (specifically a Skilled Nursing Facility)
    
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
    
  • Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities and ability levels
    
  • Creative problem solving skills
    
    We offer:
    
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    • Great environment with supportive management team
      
    • Competitive pay and generous benefits
      
    • Career advancement opportunity
      
      
      Physical Therapist for an in-house opportunity at Pine Acres Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in the Princeton, NJ area. Come join an amazing team!
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      Shift/hours: FULL-TIME
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      NOW HIRING PT - Physical Therapist, FULL-TIME
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      We offer:
      Excellent Compensation
      Great Benefits Package
      Training Programs and Support Career Advancement!
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      PT Duties Include: PT will work as part of the Therapy Team
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      PT will measure and record Residents function, gait, strength, ROM, balance, and mobility.
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      PT will observe Residents and write evaluations, progress reports, discharges, and all necessary documentation.
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      PT will assist Residents in carrying out specific exercises.
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      PT will treat Residents with varieties of techniques, like soft-tissue mobilization and exercise progression.
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      PT will help Residents use necessary equipment and devices.
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      PT will educate Residents on how to exercise properly to strengthen muscle and improve function.
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      PT will maintain Residents' confidence by keeping information confidential.
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      PT will Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
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      PT contributes to the entire team's effort and goals.
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      PT Requirements Include:
      A graduate of an accredited PT Program
      Current NJ State PT License
      Experience in long-term-care settings preferred.
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      Equal Opportunity Employer
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      Required License/Certifications: PT License
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      We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, affection, or sexual orientation, marital status, atypical heredity, cellular or blood trait, nationality, religion, disability and liability for services in the United States armed forces or any other legally protected status. We will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees with a disability.
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      Required License/Certifications: PT License

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