Physical Therapist

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Location: Accelerate Piscataway

Shift: Day Shift

Hourly Rate: $40 $45

Benefits: FullTime Benefits

Position Overview:

Accelerate Piscataway is seeking a dedicated and experienced Physical Therapist to join our team. This fulltime position offers a day shift schedule with an attractive hourly rate of $40 to $45 depending on experience. As a Physical Therapist you will play a crucial role in evaluating treating and managing patients to help them achieve optimal physical function and recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough evaluations of patients to assess their physical condition mobility and functional limitations. Develop personalized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Treatment Planning: Design and implement individualized therapy programs to address patients specific needs including exercises manual therapy and other modalities.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on exercise techniques injury prevention and strategies to improve physical function and manage conditions.
• Progress Monitoring: Monitor and document patients progress adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes. Maintain accurate and detailed records in compliance with facility and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals including physicians nurses and occupational therapists to ensure integrated and effective patient care.
• Discharge Planning: Develop discharge plans and recommendations for followup care including home exercise programs and referrals to other specialists if needed.
• Infection Control: Follow infection control protocols and safety procedures to ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications:

• Education: Doctoral or Masters degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Licensing: Valid Physical Therapist license in the state of New Jersey.
• Experience: Previous experience as a Physical Therapist is preferred but new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Skills: Strong clinical skills critical thinking abilities and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to develop effective treatment plans and motivate patients.
• Certifications: Additional certifications such as Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) or other relevant specialties are a plus.

Additional Information:

• Work Environment: A supportive and collaborative healthcare setting focused on providing highquality care to patients.
• Benefits: Comprehensive fulltime benefits package which may include health insurance dental and vision coverage retirement plans paid time off and professional development opportunities.