Physical Therapist - Homecare - FT - Monmouth, New Jersey

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their homecare team in New Jersey. This role focuses on delivering skilled, individualized therapy services within patients' homes, collaborating with the care team, and driving functional outcomes. The organization boasts a culture of teamwork, continued growth, and supportive benefits, making this an appealing opportunity— especially if you're open to relocating to a coastal New Jersey community that offers vibrant nightlife, access to beaches and outdoor activities, and a lower cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas. Responsibilities Conduct thorough evaluations of clients in their home environments and develop individualized therapy programs with measurable short and longterm goals. Deliver treatments aligned with the physician's plan of care, documenting progress, reassessments, and discharge summaries in a timely and accurate manner. Act as a liaison with physicians, managed care providers, aides, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure efficient coordination of care. Supervise a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA): assess their ability to perform interventions, ensure required cosignatures, and monitor ongoing performance. Provide written home-exercise or care programs to patients/caregivers, give education based on their needs, and foster a respectful therapeutic relationship to promote goal achievement. Participate in discharge planning, respond promptly to voicemails/messages, update schedules in the system, and document communications across the care team. Meet productivity standards consistently, adhere to organizational competencies and standards of behavior, and carry out additional duties or projects as assigned. Physical demands: lift/push/pull at least 50 lbs and stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent. Valid Physical Therapist license in the state. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Healthcare Provider level). Minimum of six (6) months of physical therapy experience. Must be able to travel to 4-6 patient homes per day within Monmouth County in New Jersey Proficiency with PC/computer use and documentation systems. Preferred: Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Preferred: Prior homecare experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr