Job Summary
The position involves the evaluation and treatment of orthopedic patients, focusing on recognizing impairments and determining rehabilitation priorities. The successful candidate will implement therapeutic measures, functional activities, and manual therapy techniques as needed while closely monitoring treatment outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Assess orthopedic patients to identify their impairments.
- Establish priorities for rehabilitation based on patient needs.
- Administer therapeutic exercises and engage patients in functional activities.
- Utilize manual therapy techniques as appropriate to enhance recovery.
- Monitor and evaluate patients’ responses to treatment.
- Modify treatment plans based on patient progress and feedback.
- Educate patients regarding their conditions and treatment plans.
- Communicate clinical findings and concerns with referring providers.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of clinical documentation.
Qualifications
- A degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
- Possession of a current New Jersey physical therapist license or eligibility to obtain it before employment.
- Familiarity with outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation practices.
- Capable of effectively managing treatment schedules and clinical documentation.
- Strong clinical reasoning skills and ability to communicate with patients effectively.
Gotham Enterprises Ltd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
