Physical Therapy - PT SNF
About The Position
The Physical Therapist works in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) unit that provides short-term inpatient rehabilitation for patients who no longer need hospital care but still require daily skilled nursing and therapy. The unit’s goal is to restore patients’ strength, mobility, and independence so they can safely return home or transition to a less intensive setting. Care is delivered by an interdisciplinary team, with physician-supervised care plans. Typical patients are recovering from stroke, joint replacement, fractures, cardiac issues, or general deconditioning. Physical therapy may include assessment of mobility, treatment planning, strengthening, balance and gait training, pain management, and instruction in the safe use of assistive devices. Physical therapists also help plan discharge and identify home-safety needs. Typical stays last 2–4 weeks, and therapy averages 1–2 hours per day. Coverage may be partially provided by Medicare Part A when eligibility criteria are met.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience.
- New Jersey Physical Therapist license.
- BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ mobility.
- Design physical therapy treatment plans.
- Provide strengthening, balance, and gait training.
- Provide pain management.
- Teach patients to use assistive devices safely.
- Help plan patient discharge and home-safety needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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