At Home Physical Therapist - Per Diem (Ocean County/Toms River)

About the role

JAG Physical Therapy is seeking an experienced Orthopedic At-Home Physical Therapist to provide care in the home setting for patients recovering from total hip and knee replacement surgeries and other orthopedic conditions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in orthopedic rehabilitation and a passion for helping patients regain mobility and function.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients on safe bed mobility, transfers, and ambulation in consideration of post-operative precautions.
• Transfer, ambulate, and perform stair negotiation with patients to ensure they are safe for discharge to home.
• Collect and record patient care data following department policies and standards of practice.
• Prepare for evaluations by obtaining patient history, researching diagnoses, and administering tests.
• Synthesize evaluation results to formulate a diagnosis, goals, prognosis, and treatment plan.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and patients' support systems to modify and adjust the plan of care as needed.
• Provide education and training to patients and their support systems on functional training, ADLs/IADLs, and community reintegration.
• Treat patients safely, effectively, and in compliance with JAG's protocols.
• Communicate with Manager/Patient Access team for scheduling evaluations once demographics are received.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, with a Doctorate degree preferred.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state practicing in.
• Completed state-regulated CEU requirements in appropriate state (NY, NJ).
• Valid CPR License.
• Experience/knowledge with EMR software is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success.
• Basic computer skills.
• Works as a team member and individually with minimal supervision.
• Maintains a positive, professional demeanor at all times.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, with a Doctorate degree preferred.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state practicing in.
• Completed state-regulated CEU requirements in appropriate state (NY, NJ).
• Valid CPR License.
• Experience/knowledge with EMR software is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success.
• Basic computer skills.
• Works as a team member and individually with minimal supervision.
• Maintains a positive, professional demeanor at all times.

Skills

• Compassion and motivation.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of EMR software.

Benefits

JAG Physical Therapy offers a competitive hourly rate with potential for growth in your region of employment. The company is committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for its employees.

Pay

Competitive hourly rate with potential for growth.

Schedule

Per diem schedule.