Physical Therapist

RWJBarnabas Health; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Planning Support

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Physical Therapist for a per diem, day shift at the Egg Harbor Township location in New Jersey. The role focuses on planning and administering physical therapy programs to restore function, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.

Candidates must hold a PT degree from an accredited program and a current NJ license (or eligibility). BLS certification is required, with opportunities to train and collaborate across disciplines within a pediatric/therapies setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, valid New Jersey Physical Therapy License (or license eligible).
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certification.
• Tact, initiative, and judgment in the performance of duties.
• Physical stamina required for lifting and the therapeutic handling of patients.

Responsibilities

• Selects, administers, and interprets assessment tools appropriate to patients.
• Identifies and prioritizes functional goals for remediation or prevention.
• Applies treatment methods as designated in competency expectations.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and the team.
• Meets minimum annual expected volumes.
• Oversees PTAs, aides, and orthotics technicians as assigned.
• Participates in training others and seeks supervision when needed.

Skills

Tact and judgment

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Physical Therapy degree

NJ PT license

Job description

Location:
6106 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

Req #: 0000251555
Category: Physical Therapy
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department: Physical Therapy-OP
Pay Range: $78.36 per hour
Location:
6106 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Job Title: Physical Therapist
Location: Egg Harbor (AC)
Department Name: Physical Therapy-OP
Req #: 0000251555
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $78.36 - $78.36 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 plans and administers physical therapy programs for patients to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following injury or disease within scope of practice. Working within a therapy suite and nursing unit, you will evaluate patient needs and design targeted treatment plans to minimize the disabling effects of these conditions. This role offers the opportunity to guide patient rehabilitation while interacting closely with patients, families, nursing, therapists, and other health and education professionals.
Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral Degree with a major in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, valid New Jersey Physical Therapy License (or license eligible).
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certification.
• Tact, initiative, and judgment in the performance of duties.
• Physical stamina required for lifting and the therapeutic handling of patients.

Preferred

• Completion of a pediatric affiliation.

Scheduling Requirements

• Per Diem (Days)

Essential Functions

• Selects, administers, and interprets assessment tools (including history, screening, observations, and evaluations) appropriate 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 the child's or family's abilities to meet environmental demands.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and the team in oral and written formats in both formal and non-formal situations.
• Meets minimum annual expected volumes.
• Assigns work to and follows up for satisfactory completion of duties of physical therapy assistants (PTAs), aides, and orthotics technicians.
• Assists in training others, which may include staff, PTAs, aides, and students.
• Takes responsibility for seeking supervision or consultation in relationship to clinical performance, actively contributing to improvement plans, and effectively utilizing feedback.
• Meets competency expectations in explaining symptoms, prognosis, and functional limitations for a variety of diagnostic groups.
• Makes discharge recommendations appropriate to the child and their family in consideration of the child's prognosis, role expectations, and knowledge of community resources.

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 any time with or without notice.
Benefits And Perks

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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