physical therapist - West Caldwell, NJ , USA, United States - Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey

    Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey
    Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey West Caldwell, NJ , USA, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    It's a great place to work because there is always room for improvement and learning New things.

    Its warm and friendly.

    First of all it gives us good opportunities for growth. and -has good corporate structure.

    The residents and my coworkers are very friendly and open mind we become a big family

    I would say:
    understanding, respectful, team player.

    Those are real statements from real employees....

    We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....


    • Balance of Work/Life Commitment Compassion AccountabilityThese are few of words that describes our Culture. Apply today and learn more
    We have a openings for Full-Time Physical Therapists In this role, you will:


    • Performs and documents an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention. Reviews physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required.
    • Plans, prepares, or carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
    • Administers manual exercises, massage, or traction to help relieve pain, increase patient strength, or decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
    • Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity, or respiratory or circulatory efficiency and record data.
    • Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.

    Education/Training/Certifications:

    Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum approved by one of the following: The American Physical Therapy Association; The Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association; The Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association.

    Current Physical Therapist state license

    Skill(s): Excellent verbal and written communication, service orientation, critical thinking, instructing, listening & time management.

    Experience:
    Minimum 2 years practicing as Physical Therapist; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


    We care about our team members and the people we serve, so we made the decision to require all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

    Only candidates that are vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated should apply.

    LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.