Physical Therapist - Home Health

Medical University of South Carolina • Camden, NJ

15d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments. Establishes treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease patients' pain and help them recover. Works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and insurance adjusters. Documents and reports on patients' progress. May supervise physical therapy assistants, aides, and athletic trainers.

Requirements

• Education: Doctorate degree or equivalent in Physical Therapy With Minimum of 1 year experience, OR Equivalent Work Experience: 4-6 years.
• Active Physical Therapist Licensure
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Work Experience: 7 years progressive work experience and 2 years management experience
• State licensure and/or professional certification requirement/s dependent on position.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments.
• Establishes treatment plans
• Treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease patients' pain and help them recover.
• Works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and insurance adjusters.
• Documents and reports on patients' progress.
• May supervise physical therapy assistants, aides, and athletic trainers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees