Full-Time Physical Therapists Needed at Calibre Ortho Care in Newark, NJ.

We are among the leading providers of home healthcare in the country, and our commitment to quality has always guided our future goals. By our dedication to providing private duty home care, home hospice, affordable, individualized, patient- and family-centered medical home healthcare, and independent living support services delivered in a concierge-style, on-demand manner to create an exceptional patient experience, we are making a dent in the homecare industry.

Schedule
-Monday to Friday
-9am to 5pm

Responsibilities

• Physical Therapist directs physical therapy treatment toward preventing disability, relieving pain, developing, improving, and/or restoring muscle function, and maintaining maximum performance within the client’s capabilities in accordance with the plan or care/treatment
• Oversee physical therapy assistants to assure appropriate implementation of the plan of care
• Evaluates the client’s level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional abilities tests
• Evaluates the home environment for rehabilitation and makes appropriate recommendations to increase the independence of the client
• Supplies physical therapy services in the home as prescribed by a physician
• Administers manual therapeutic exercises; instructs, motivates, and assists clients in non-manual exercises and functional activities
• Administers traction, massage, and treatments involving the application of physical agents
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends any modifications to the physician
• Participates in the development, review, and updating of the care plan
• Observes, records, and reports any changes in the client’s condition and response to therapy and makes suggestions for changes in the plan of care to the client’s physician and Case Manager
• Prepares clinical records (initial evaluations – including OASIS, care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries) and submits them for the client’s clinical record
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in case conferences and in planning and evaluating the total treatment for the client and confers with interdisciplinary team members as needed
• Advises and consults with the client/family and other agency personnel
• Submits orders and documentation (clinical and payroll) on a timely basis and according to branch policy
• Instructs the client/family in the use and care of physical therapy devices and on the client’s total physical therapy program
• Instructs and supervises Physical Therapy Assistants in certain phases of physical therapy services they may provide to the client
• Supervises the Physical Therapy Assistant minimally as required by applicable state law
• Completes an on-site functional assessment, review, and revision of the plan of care and assessment of the utilization of community resources as required by the client
• Accessible to the Physical Therapy Assistant when a Physical Therapy Assistant is providing treatment to a client
• Completes other assignments and duties as requested and assigned to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Company

Qualifications

• Creative thinker who embraces thought leadership
• Capable of making challenging decisions and willing to take responsibility for them
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
• One (1) year experience as a physical therapist (acute care/home care setting) or as required by law
• Current PT licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Passion and commitment to clinical excellence, quality, and integrity
• Embracing and leading the patient care mission through providing an exceptional patient experience
• Positive attitude and ability to fit in as a collaborative team member for patient care
• Excellent interpersonal communication and patient/family engagement skills
• High energy, focus, work ethic, motivation, and commitment to lifelong learning and growth
• Proficiency with federal, state, and governing agency regulations
• Outstanding presentation, writing, and communication skills
• Capable of using professional judgment to delegate selected nursing tasks
• Strong ability to be the public face of the organization, and serve as an advocate for Home Healthcare, Home Hospice, and other service lines

Salary:

$90,000 - $110,000 a year plus full benefits.

Requirements:

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT)
• License as a Physical Therapist in NJ
• No record of board or disciplinary actions on license.
• Proficient in manual therapy techniques.
• Proficient in designing and implementing exercise programs.
• Proficient in utilizing EMR Software like WebPT.

Urgent hiring needed now due to high patient demand. Submit your resume today to apply. Interviews in progress.