Physical Therapist, New Brunswick

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team in New Brunswick. This role involves evaluating and treating patients in an acute care setting, requiring strong teamwork and communication skills. The organization prides itself on providing high-quality patient-centered care and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical insurance, and wellness programs. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and advancing your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Discounts Through Partners

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program required.
• New Jersey board license and Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients in an acute care setting.
• Intervene with patients and families across various nursing units.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Documentation Skills

Education

Graduate of accredited program in Physical Therapy

New Jersey board license and registration

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Physical Therapist, New Brunswick
Req #: 0000134200

Category: Physical Therapy

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ New Brunswick

Department: Physical Therapy

Location:

Main Hospital - New Brunswick,
One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Overview:

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in the acute care setting. Duties include patient and family intervention on all nursing units including, but not limited to: Orthopedics, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Cardiac, Critical Care, Trauma, General Medicine and Telemetry, Emergency Department, and Pediatrics. Strong teamwork, communication and documentation skills required for intra disciplinary and interdisciplinary communication.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of accredited program in Physical Therapy at the baccalaureate or post baccalaureate level required
• New Jersey board license and registration required
• Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association required

Preferred:

• Active membership in a professional organization is encouraged but not required

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients in the acute care setting.
• Patient and family intervention on all nursing units including, but not limited to orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, cardiac, critical care, trauma, general medicine and telemetry, emergency department and pediatrics.
• Strong teamwork, communication and documentation skills required for intra disciplinary and interdisciplinary communication.

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

• • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer