Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy

Req #: 0000214618

Category: Physical Therapy

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department: Physical Therapy

Pay Range: $67.31 per hour

Location:

225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Location: Williamson Street

Department Name: Physical Therapy

Req #: 0000214618

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $67.31 - $67.31 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and forming treatment plans of inpatients ranging from young adult to geriatric.

Qualifications

Required:

• Doctoral Degree or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE accredited school or equivalent
  
  

Preferred

• 2 years or more experience
  
  

Certifications And Licenses Required

• New Jersey board license in Physical Therapy
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association
  
  

Scheduling Requirements

• Shift working, mostly weekday coverage, 8:30am-4:30pm
  
  

Essential Functions

• Arranges daily schedule as needed
• Takes patients at scheduled time
• Exhibits flexibility in dealing with daily scheduling issues
• Works well with front desk staff in the scheduling of patients
• Performs examinations in a timely manner and consistent with department policy (including short and long term goals)
• Treatment plan reflects the needs of patients identified in the examination
• Provides treatment that includes but is not limited to: Gait Training, Therapeutic Exercises, Modalities: Heat, Ultrasound, Electricity (AC/DC/Interferential/Russian), ADL Training (transfers, dressing), Assistive Device adjustment and Training, Patient/staff Education, Other treatment as defined within the scope of legal practice
• Prioritizes patient needs according to department policy/professional standards/state and Federal statute-regulations
• Shows willingness to assist other staff members in meeting their patient care responsibilities
• For All Documentation, notes are legible (notes and signature)
• All clinicians use only approved abbreviations - Physical Therapists perform and document reexaminations as necessary
• Enters examinations into computer on the day it was performed
• Completes progress notes on same day of service
• Enters accurate charges for each treatment performed
• Accurately completes the statistics form in a timely manner
• Maintains all documentation necessary for reimbursement (MD scripts, visit authorizations)
• Supervises Rehabilitation Aides in their patient-related duties
• Insures that aides use proper techniques when assisting a therapist with a patient
• Follows all legal/regulatory restrictions regarding the use of Aides
• Follows policy related to referring patients to the Restorative Aide Program
• Considers patient criticality, PTA knowledge and experience when assigning patients to a PTA
• Insures that treatment plan determined by the physical therapist is carried out by the PTA
• Reviews and cosigns PTA notes
• Demonstrates understanding of the department polices related to the Student Program
• Gives timely, constructive feedback to the PTA student
• Reviews PTA student documentation prior to insertion into medical record
• Provides for other related experiences such as observing surgery in conjunction with the clinical coordinator
• Supervises volunteers as needed and in compliance with department and hospital policies
• Demonstrates compliance with findings from QI program findings
• Participates in inservices and training activities as indicated
• Provides input into improving the operations of the department and the quality of care provided
  
  

Benefits And Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer