Physical Therapist

APTA New Mexico; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNJ - Union County Orthopaedic Group Division in New Jersey is seeking a qualified physical therapist to provide direct patient care, including evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge planning. Must hold BS/MS in Physical Therapy and NJ state licensure; minimum 2 years clinical experience preferred and familiarity with HIPAA/OSHA guidelines.

You will collaborate with physicians, maintain documentation, and contribute to ongoing patient education and outcomes in a busy outpatient

Qualifications

• Requirements include a BS or MS in Physical Therapy and NJ state licensure.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a medical or outpatient setting preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, OSHA and compliance guidelines required.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care: evaluate and re-evaluate patients.
• Assess data to determine rehabilitation potential and needed interventions.
• Set functional rehabilitation goals with patient involvement and measurable timeframes.
• Plan and implement current PT treatments with appropriate modifications.
• Educate patients and families about treatment and home programs.
• Collaborate with care team for discharge planning and continuity of care.
• Maintain documentation and communicate with physicians and team members.

Skills

Physical Therapy

NJ Licensure

2+ years experience

HIPAA knowledge

EMR experience

Education

BS/MS in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for providing patient care including assessing, interpreting, planning and implementing specialized
physical therapy treatments.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Patient Care: Performs evaluation and re-evaluation of patient

Assessment: Interprets evaluation data, history, and applicable medical documentation to determine
rehabilitation potential and potential benefit from intervention; Identifies physical, social, and psychological needs
of the patient, family, and significant other

Goal Setting: Utilizes patient/family/care giver input in setting functional rehabilitation goals; Documents goals in
functional, measurable terms with stated time frames

Treatment Planning: Facilitates and implements current PT treatments: Incorporates information gained in
evaluation and assessment to determine appropriate, specific treatment plan for intervention and involves others
when appropriate

Treatment Intervention: Demonstrates competence in performing all procedures and treatments required in area
of practice demonstrates awareness of continuity of patient care by following established plans; modifies patient
care based on continual assessment of the patient and effect of treatment intervention; demonstrates skills in
identifying, interpreting, and incorporating patient's psychological, physical, and social responses to intervention;
provides and/or recommends equipment or supplies for home use; and provides for patient's personal care and
environment throughout the treatment

Patient Education: Provides education appropriate to each patient's level of understanding regarding evaluation,
treatment, and self-responsibility and instructs in home treatment program to facilitate rehabilitation and
promote independence in care as appropriate

Discharge Planning: Collaborates with patient, caregivers, and other health care professionals in planning
discharge from rehabilitation services

Communication: Confers and communicates with referring physicians and other appropriate persons through the
use of progress notes, letters, evaluations, team meetings, and direct contact concerning the proposed course,
progress, and discharge plan of each patient

Shared Duties/Other

• Maintains and respects the confidentiality of patient information in accordance with company policy &
  procedure, and HIPAA & compliance guidelines
• Complies with HIPAA, OSHA and Red Flag Rules
• Complies and follows Medicare and other third-party payers’ guidelines and rules Provide PT care that
  complies with organization's best practices, standards, policies and procedures
• Complies with both federal and state guidelines, including all licensing requirements
• Attends all regular staff meetings and continuing education sessions as required
• Maintains regular attendance
• Presents professional image in manner, appearance, motivation and work habits
• Performs other duties as assigned

Critical Skills & Attributes

Critical Skills & Attributes
Skills & Attributes
Academic/Technical Qualifications
Details - BS or MS degree or Certificate in Physical Therapy
from an APTA-accredited education program - NJ state licensure

Industry Experience -

Minimum of 2 years’ experience, preferably in a medical practice environment - Knowledge of HIPPA & OSHA guidelines - Working knowledge of medical practice management
systems and electronic medical records - Basic knowledge of computers and medical terminology is mandatory

Communication Skills -

Excellent verbal, written, critical thinking and interpersonal skills - Ability to work well with physicians, employees,
patients, and others

A committed and result-driven attitude to work as a high ethical and professional standard

Unquestionable commitment to confidentiality, quality customer service and professionalism

Agreement

This job description describes the essential functions and qualifications of the position described. It is not an
exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. Duties, responsibilities and
activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employee signature below indicates that you have read this job description and understand the essential functions of the position, your key accountabilities and the indicators of effectiveness.

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OrthoNJ - Union County Orthopaedic Group Division, is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

OrthoNJ-UCOG, is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment (including the decision to hire, promote, discipline or discharge) is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.