Physical Therapist (Pt), Outpatient Rehab - (Per Diem), Multiple Locations! (Cherry Hill)

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist to provide individualized, evidence-based care to seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. In this role, you will evaluate patients, develop and implement personalized treatment plans, and focus on improving function, mobility, and independence. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, contribute to care planning, and maintain accurate, compliant documentation. Join a supportive, patient-centered culture that values dignity, respect, and clinical excellence, and offers mentorship, professional growth, and advancement opportunities across diverse post-acute environments. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy techs. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual. Assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork. Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short- and long-term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed. Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services. Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention. Formulates and updates patient specific plan of care for physical therapy. Reports patient progress and barriers to discharge in each patient team conference. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as appropriate. Performs appropriate documentation. Demonstrates knowledge, competency and proficiency of physical therapy modalities. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and administrative team. Participates in patient/family conferences and team conferences. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and to function under stressful situations. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities. Meets current documentation standards and policies. Documents goals on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan on admission of the patient and provide updates regularly. Participates in educational staff performance improvement in-services. Assists with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members. Participates in guidance and educational programs. Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Participate in infection control, departmental equipment training, and organizational safety and fire safety programs. We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we're looking for Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program. Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state where services are rendered. Current CPR certification. Strong organizational and communication skills. EEOC Statement Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virtua