Physical Therapist
LHC Group
Wayne, NJ
$115K+/yearOverview
- Start DateASAP
Pay
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Employee assistance programs
Qualifications
- Other license in New Jersey
- Eligible to work in US
Description
***Please note that the salary will be commensurate with experience.
Summary
We are hiring for Physical Therapist to join our team in Senior Living.
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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 relationships
• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• independence and autonomy
• career growth possibilities
Responsibilities
• 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.
• 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.
• Completes D/C summary on each patient on their final visit to outpatient PT.
Education and Experience
• Current Physical Therapist licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
Employer
LHC Group
About Wayne, NJ
- Wayne's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages are generally competitive with the higher cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and average lows are around 65°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 40°F, and average lows are around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Wayne, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Wayne is car-friendly, as it is a suburban area with ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses for commuting to nearby cities.
- Wayne has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wayne offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- There are opportunities for art and music appreciation, as well as local sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks and recreational areas.
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