Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient - Per Diem - Evening - East Brunswick, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Physical Therapist to join their outpatient team in East Brunswick. This per diem role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on children's health by planning and administering tailored physical therapy programs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in physical therapy, excellent communication skills, and a passion for patient care. This role not only allows for professional growth but also contributes to the well-being of the community. Join a team that values compassion and innovation in healthcare, and help shape healthier futures for families in the area.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Discounts Through Partners

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy required from an accredited program.
• NJ Physical Therapy License or eligibility is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy programs to restore function and relieve pain.
• Communicates effectively with patients and collaborates with healthcare teams.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Assessment

Communication

Therapeutic Handling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient - Per Diem - Evening - East Brunswick, NJ
Req #: 0000178508

Category: Physical Therapy

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Evening

Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department: Physical Therapy-OP

Location:

East Brunswick (EB),
645 Route 18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Job Overview:

Plans and administers physical therapy programs for patients to restore function, relieve pain, prevent disability following injury or disease within scope of practice.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral Degree or higher degree with a major in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• NJ Physical Therapy License or eligible
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Certification
• Tact, initiative and judgment in the performance of duties
• Physical stamina for lifting and therapeutic handling of patients

Preferred:

• Completion of a pediatric affiliation
• Orthopedic experience
• General pediatric experience
• Experience with outpatient orthopedics and pediatrics

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• NJ Physical Therapy License or eligible
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• After School/Evening hours needed

Essential Functions:

• Selects, administers, and interprets assessment tools as designated in competency expectations including: History, Screening, Observations, and Evaluations as appropriated to patients
• Identifies and prioritizes time realistic functional goals for remediation, compensation, adaptation or prevention of deficits
• Selects, utilizes and evaluates the effectiveness of appropriate treatment methods as designated in competency expectations
• Applies principles of activity analysis for grading physical, perceptual cognitive and psychosocial demands to produce an optimal mesh of child's or family's abilities to meet environmental demand
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, & team in oral and written formats in both formal and nonformal situations
• As designated in competency expectations, assists in training others. This may include. Staff, PTAs, Aides, & students
• Takes responsibility for seeking supervision or consultation in relationship to clinical performance
• Actively contributes to improvement plans effectively utilizes feedback
• Meets competency expectations in explaining symptoms, prognosis and functional limitations for a variety of diagnostic groups
• Makes discharge recommendations appropriate to the child & their family in consideration of child's prognosis, role expectations, and knowledge of community resources (as designated in competency expectations)
• Meets minimum annual expected volumes
• Assigns work to and follows up for satisfactory completion of duties of physical therapy assistants, aides, orthotics technician and assists with student training
• Direct contact with patients, families, nursing, therapists and other health and education professionals. May also include community groups and universities

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at anytime with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

• Retirement Plans
• 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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer