Career Opportunities with Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey
About Us
At Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey, we pride ourselves on being a warm, friendly, and growth-oriented workplace. Our culture emphasizes balance, commitment, compassion, and accountability. We are dedicated to providing a supportive environment where employees and residents feel like family.
Current Openings
We have openings for per-diem Physical Therapists. In this role, you will:
1. Perform and document initial exams, evaluate data, and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention. Review physician referrals and medical records to identify treatment needs.
2. Develop and implement individualized physical treatment programs to maintain, improve, or restore physical function, alleviate pain, or prevent dysfunction.
3. Administer manual exercises, massage, or traction to relieve pain and improve patient strength.
4. Test and measure patient strength, motor development, sensory perception, and functional capacity, recording data accurately.
5. Educate patients and families on treatment procedures for continued care at home.
Qualifications
* Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association or similar accrediting bodies.
* Current Physical Therapist license in the state.
* Minimum of 2 years of practicing experience as a Physical Therapist or equivalent education and experience.
* Excellent communication skills, service orientation, critical thinking, and time management.
Additional Information
We require all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Only candidates who are vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated should apply.
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