Per Diem Physical Therapist - Day Shift, Transitional Care

RWJBarnabas Health; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

PD Physical Therapist at RWJBarnabas Health provides evaluation, treatment, and education to help patients regain mobility and independence. Works within an interdisciplinary care team to ensure safe discharge planning and high-quality care in a per-diem, day shift setting.

Responsibilities include designing individualized treatment plans, delivering evidence-based therapy, communicating with patients and families, and coordinating with physicians and nurses for optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Requires NJ PT license in good standing.
• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association required.
• Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and implements individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and independence.
• Delivers skilled PT interventions consistent with plan of care; adjusts based on progress.
• Educates patients, families, and care teams to support rehabilitation goals and recovery.

Skills

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

PD Physical Therapist at RWJBarnabas Health provides evaluation, treatment, and education to help patients regain mobility and independence. Works within an interdisciplinary care team to ensure safe discharge planning and high-quality care in a per-diem, day shift setting.

Responsibilities include designing individualized treatment plans, delivering evidence-based therapy, communicating with patients and families, and coordinating with physicians and nurses for optimal outcomes.