Full-Time Permanent Physical Therapist-PT

Location: Watchung, NJ Facility Type: Licensed 74\-bed Skilled Nursing Facility Employment Type: Full\-time, permanent Pay: $45\.00 per hour Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with weekends as needed Position Summary We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team at a licensed 74\-bed Skilled Nursing Facility. The Physical Therapist will provide evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services to short\-term rehabilitation patients and long\-term care residents. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering high\-quality, patient\-centered care while helping residents improve their mobility, independence, strength, balance, and overall quality of life. Key Responsibilities Evaluate residents’ physical abilities, mobility, strength, balance, and functional limitations. Develop individualized treatment plans based on each resident’s clinical needs and goals. Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, mobility training, and other appropriate interventions. Assist residents with improving strength, coordination, range of motion, and independence with daily activities. Monitor and document residents’ progress and adjust treatment plans as needed. Collaborate with nursing staff, occupational therapists, speech therapists, physicians, residents, and families. Educate residents, families, and caregivers on home exercises, mobility techniques, positioning, and safety precautions. Make recommendations regarding assistive devices, transfers, fall prevention, and safe ambulation. Participate in care planning, interdisciplinary meetings, and discharge planning. Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation. Follow facility policies, infection\-control procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations. Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all residents. Qualifications Doctor of Physical Therapy or equivalent degree from an accredited program. Current and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the applicable state. Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain certification as required. Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long\-term care, or a related healthcare setting preferred. Strong clinical assessment, communication, organization, and documentation skills. Ability to work effectively with residents, families, and an interdisciplinary care team. Ability to work Monday through Friday and provide weekend coverage as needed.