LHC Group
Physical Therapist - $115K+ per year
LHC Group, Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, us, 07677
LHC Group is seeking a Physical Therapist for a job in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Physical TherapistDiscipline:
TherapyDuration:
OngoingEmployment Type:
StaffPlease note that the salary will be commensurate with experience.SummaryWe are hiring for
Physical Therapist
to join our team in Senior Living.At 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.As a
Physical Therapist , you can expect:the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationshipscontinuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunitiesindependence and autonomycareer growth possibilitiesResponsibilities
Completes initial evaluation in a timely manner.Evaluates the patient to determine rehab potential, identifies needs, establishes an individualized treatment plan of care, and sets goals to be used in the team plan of care.Sets initial STG's and LTG's.Collaborates with patient and family in goal setting and achievement.Schedules patient at appropriate time for therapy.Identifies patient and family education needs.Utilizes equipment in a proper and safe manner, maintains equipment inspection, maintenance and cleaning logs, reports broken or faulty equipment.Maintains equipment logs for required equipment in the outpatient clinic.Follows medical regimen developed for the patient. Is aware of and adheres to precautions (THR, TKR, Cardiac, Wound, etc.).Utilizes the following safe treatment techniques: transfers, positioning, feeding, splinting, paraffin bath, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, etc.Utilizes treatment approaches according to established PT protocols and policies.Documents each visit in the EMR.Documents units of treatment for each visit in the EMR.Completes D/C summary on each patient on their final visit to outpatient PT.Completes appropriate discharge planning in the following areas: Develops and reviews Home Exercise Program (HEP) with patient and family/caregiver. Provides discharge instructions to patient and family as clinically appropriate.Actively participates in Department Team meetings.Conducts in services for other staff members as needed or identified.Participates in weekend and holiday rotation as needed.Participates in student supervision as indicated.Assists in the interview process for new therapy department employees as needed.Wound Care-provides wound care to patients as allowed by state licensure boards and practice actsEducation and Experience
Formal Education: Bachelor's DegreeExperience: Less than 6 monthsLicense, Registration, and / or Certification Requirement: YesGraduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy and successful completion of the National Registry exam.Recent graduates who have applied for the registration exam may be considered for provisional appointment.CPR certification and all other certificates and documents as required by LHC Group policy.Current Physical Therapy License in state of practiceMust be willing to accept management duties as assignedLHC Group Job ID . Posted job title: Physical TherapistAbout LHC Group
LHC Group is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose:
It's all about helping people.Benefits
Holiday PayMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefits401k retirement planContinuing EducationEmployee assistance programs
Specialty:
Physical TherapistDiscipline:
TherapyDuration:
OngoingEmployment Type:
StaffPlease note that the salary will be commensurate with experience.SummaryWe are hiring for
Physical Therapist
to join our team in Senior Living.At 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.As a
Physical Therapist , you can expect:the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationshipscontinuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunitiesindependence and autonomycareer growth possibilitiesResponsibilities
Completes initial evaluation in a timely manner.Evaluates the patient to determine rehab potential, identifies needs, establishes an individualized treatment plan of care, and sets goals to be used in the team plan of care.Sets initial STG's and LTG's.Collaborates with patient and family in goal setting and achievement.Schedules patient at appropriate time for therapy.Identifies patient and family education needs.Utilizes equipment in a proper and safe manner, maintains equipment inspection, maintenance and cleaning logs, reports broken or faulty equipment.Maintains equipment logs for required equipment in the outpatient clinic.Follows medical regimen developed for the patient. Is aware of and adheres to precautions (THR, TKR, Cardiac, Wound, etc.).Utilizes the following safe treatment techniques: transfers, positioning, feeding, splinting, paraffin bath, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, etc.Utilizes treatment approaches according to established PT protocols and policies.Documents each visit in the EMR.Documents units of treatment for each visit in the EMR.Completes D/C summary on each patient on their final visit to outpatient PT.Completes appropriate discharge planning in the following areas: Develops and reviews Home Exercise Program (HEP) with patient and family/caregiver. Provides discharge instructions to patient and family as clinically appropriate.Actively participates in Department Team meetings.Conducts in services for other staff members as needed or identified.Participates in weekend and holiday rotation as needed.Participates in student supervision as indicated.Assists in the interview process for new therapy department employees as needed.Wound Care-provides wound care to patients as allowed by state licensure boards and practice actsEducation and Experience
Formal Education: Bachelor's DegreeExperience: Less than 6 monthsLicense, Registration, and / or Certification Requirement: YesGraduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy and successful completion of the National Registry exam.Recent graduates who have applied for the registration exam may be considered for provisional appointment.CPR certification and all other certificates and documents as required by LHC Group policy.Current Physical Therapy License in state of practiceMust be willing to accept management duties as assignedLHC Group Job ID . Posted job title: Physical TherapistAbout LHC Group
LHC Group is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose:
It's all about helping people.Benefits
Holiday PayMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefits401k retirement planContinuing EducationEmployee assistance programs