Physical Therapist- PT per diem
Physical Therapist- PT per diem
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Job Description
BrightStar Care of Westfield and Summit is looking to hire an experienced Physical Therapist PT on a per diem basis to service our adult clients located in Union County NJ. At least 1 year of experience working as a licensed PT is required. The Physical Therapist will evaluate the patients condition and develop an individualized plan tailored to each client based on the physicians orders. There is no minimum amount of hours required. Most of our clients are seen 3 times a week.
Come join BrightStar Care a client-focused team that is passionate about making a difference. We are a premier home care company providing personalized high-quality care in the comfort of our clients homes throughout Union County.
At BrightStar Care we believe in serving with compassion and excellence. Our commitment to a higher standard of care has made us a leader in the home health care industry. We are seeking dedicated Physical Therapists to work on a per-diem basis who share our values and want to help change peoples lives for the better.
BrightStar Care of Westfield and Summit has been voted Home Care Pulse Employer of Choice 2018 - 2025.
Benefits
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Create your own schedule
- One to one patient care
- Over 95% of BrightStar locations are Joint Commission accredited or in process
- No minimum amount of hours needed
- Travel pay between cases
- Voted Home Care Pulse Employer of Choice 2018 - 2025
Responsibilities
- Work cooperatively with physicians to develop care and treatment plan that is appropriate for clients home environment especially as it relates to fall risk interventions and home safety
- Assess for muscle strength mobility gait range of motion and pain and select appropriate treatment and assistive devices instructing family and caregivers on use of devices
- Report clients response to treatment or changes in condition to the Director of Nursing and physician
- Initiate physical therapy program and instructs other personnel including family members and caregivers in specific phases of physical therapy with which they may assist with the client care
- Prepare clinical and progress summaries as well as participate in discharge planning. A copy of the summaries will be submitted to the Director of Nursing.
Requirements
- Graduated with a masters or higher degree in physical therapy from an accredited physical therapy program
- Passed a National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) and/or state examination required by the state
- State licensure in state where care is being provided
- One (1) year of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health is preferred
- Adhere to HIPAA and maintain client confidentiality
- Current CPR/BLS card
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race ethnicity gender veteran status or on the basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class.
Employment Type
Part-Time
