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Per Diem Orthopedic Home Physical Therapist LiveWell Homecare Agency Jersey City, NJ Job Details Per diem 20 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Physical therapy treatment implementation Activities of daily living (ADL) training Home health care assistance Doctoral degree Physical Therapy Patient transfer methods Patient management software Care documentation Clinical case management notes Mid-level Patient safety Master's degree Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery Assisting with ADLs Electronic health record (EHR) management for billing and coding Decision making Physical Therapy License Compliance documentation Discharge planning Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Computer skills Patient progress monitoring Patient interaction Home health Post-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation Orthopedics Functional mobility training Clinical documentation standards Patient education

Full Job Description Role:

Per Diem Orthopedic Home Physical Therapist Responsibilities:

Evaluate and treat patients in their homes, focusing on orthopedic rehabilitation, including post-operative care for hip and knee replacements Educate patients on safe mobility, transfers, and ambulation, ensuring safety for discharge Develop and modify individualized treatment plans based on evaluations and goals Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and support systems Document care, progress, and discharge plans accurately following regulatory and departmental guidelines Perform functional training, including ADLs/IADLs, therapeutic activities, and community reintegration Ensure safe, effective interventions and maintain compliance with policies Utilize EMR software for documentation and billing Participate in professional development activities such as billing and coding seminars

Qualifications & Skills:

Licensed Physical Therapist with a Master's or higher degree; Doctorate preferred Strong orthopedic background, especially in total hip and knee replacements Excellent communication, clinical decision-making, and computer skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professionalism and dedication Experience with EMR software and understanding of reimbursement systems is preferred

Key Traits:

team-oriented, motivated to make an impact, committed to patient success and growth opportunities.