Full Time Outpatient Physical Therapist

St. Luke's University Health Network; Clinton (NJ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off and sick leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network in Clinton, NJ is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients in outpatient settings.

You will design individualized plans, supervise PTAs and students, educate families, and participate in quality improvement. Requirements include licensure in NJ or PA depending on work location, a Doctoral/Master/Bachelor in physical therapy, BLS, and at least one year outpatient experience.

Qualifications

• Doctoral, Master's or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active Physical Therapist license in NJ or PA, depending on work location.
• Minimum of 1 year outpatient physical therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive initial evaluations and develops treatment plans.
• Provides skilled interventions and educates patients and families.
• Supervises PTAs and students as assigned and participates in QA activities.
• Documents progress and outcomes in the patient record with clinical reasoning.
• Participates in department programs, committee meetings, and safety initiatives.

Education

Doctoral/Master's/Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.The Physical Therapist evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patients with physical impairments and functional limitations to maximize the patient’s functional abilities. The Physical Therapist will design and implement individualized treatment plans that address the specific goal and needs of each patient, as well as educating patients and their families on how to prevent or manage their conditions to promote optimal health and wellness.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs comprehensive initial evaluations to identify functional deficits and develops a treatment plan to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain, restore function, and prevent disabilityProvide skilled interventions that are tailored to the patient’s needs and preferences, using appropriate techniques, modalities, and equipmentCollaborates with patients to create short and long-term goalsCommunicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, and other health care providers, ensuring informed consent, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivityManages patients to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain, restore function, and prevent disability through means of direct or indirect treatments or referral to another provider as appropriateEstablish and update diagnosis, prognosis, and plan of care based on the best available evidence and clinical reasoningReviews and records information in the patient’s medical record and history, including evaluative findings, treatment plan, responses to treatment and any changes to the patient’s statusEducates patients and family members about prognosis and care options.Assists in developing and implementing department programsParticipate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education activities, and professional development opportunitiesMonitor and document patient’s progress, outcomes, and satisfaction with services providedShares clinical knowledge and new techniques to improve patient careSupervises Physical Therapy Assistants as assignedSupervises PT and PTA students and observers as assignedMaintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information.Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirementsAdhere to the ethical, legal, and regulatory standards of the physical therapy profession and the health care organizationDemonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.Complies with Network, departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.Attend meetings as designated or requested.Accurately bills patient’s accounts for services rendered.Provides in-services to PT department staff and others.Participates in QI data collection/planning.Attends multi-disciplinary meetings as applicable.Cleans and orders supplies, as assigned by facility director, for daily operations.Other related duties as assigned, e.g. peer record reviewPHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time. Able to stand for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively. Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines. Must have the ability to occasionally stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level. Must have the ability to lift/move patients up to 50 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be capable of tactile sensation as it relates to feeling for muscle spasms, texture and skin temperature. Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation. Must be capable of seeing as it relates to general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.EDUCATION:Doctoral Degree, Masters or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited physical therapy program or physical therapy certificate.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or equivalent, required upon hire or to be obtained within 30 days of hire.Current Physical Therapist license in the State of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, based on work location, is required. The Physical Therapist shall work within the practice guidelines as defined by Pennsylvania or New Jersey state law (based on work location).TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Successful completion of required affiliations. A minimum of one year of experience as a physical therapist in an outpatient setting. CPR certification required.MINIMUM - MAXIMUM COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:$77,850.00 - $124,560.00St Luke’s University Health Network is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on state requirements.BENEFIT OFFERINGS:St. Lukes offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave and professional development opportunities. Join us to experience a supportive workplace with a focus on your growth and well-being.Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.