Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Position Summary

Provides medically prescribed clinical physical therapy in patients' homes.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1.

Facilitate and Coordinate Physical Therapy Care.

2.

Evaluates Progress Toward Attainment of Patient Outcomes.

3.

Documentation of Care.

4.

Employs Strategies to Promote a Safe Environment and Patient Health.

5.

Education of the Patient and Care Giver.

6.

Other duties as assigned.

Work Contact Group (Internal/External)

HMC employees, health care providers, physicians, non-physician providers, community resources, patients, families, significant others.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to (position):

Clinical Coordinator of Therapy Services

Supervises (position(s):

None

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Preferred:

Master's or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

Two years of clinical experience in a hospital, out-patient, or rehab setting.

Preferred:

One year of Home Health experience.

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

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Current license to practice Physical Therapy in the State of New Jersey.

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Valid driver's license.

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Current CPR certification. If not certified, must obtain certification within six (6) months of hire

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

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Excellent communication, time management, judgment and decision making skills.

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Computer functionality knowledge.

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Knowledge and skill in current PT practice.

Preferred:

Knowledge of home health care provision and principles.

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant's hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).