Physical Therapist

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; New Jersey; On-site; USD 67,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team. The role involves assessing, treating, and coordinating patient care in acute and outpatient settings, collaborating with physicians and staff to achieve rehabilitation goals.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Physical Therapy, NJ PT license, and Heart Saver Certification. The team emphasizes compassionate care, professional development, and a supportive work environment within our

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• New Jersey State Physical Therapy license is required.
• Minimum Heart Saver Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with tailored physical therapy plans.
• Interview patients to evaluate dysfunction and implement therapy programs.
• Prepare written reports, care plans, and discharge summaries; update Rehabilitation Director on caseload.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants as assigned and participate in team conferences.
• Adhere to department policies, code of conduct, and infection control standards.
• Provide training to medical and nursing staff in PT techniques and objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

NJ State Physical Therapy license

Heart Saver Certification

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center! We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Physical Therapist.

Job Duties

Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.

Interviews patients to evaluate physical dysfunction or disability, and plans and implements specific treatment programs according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.

Provides treatment of patients in accordance with departmental standards of operation while observing specially indicated precautions.

Observes physician's treatment order including rehabilitation goal and recognizes the limitations of treatment and the responsibilities for which he or she is capable, based on experience, education, and training.

Prepares written reports, patient evaluations, care plans, interim progress report, and discharge summaries with recommendations for follow‑up. Completes reports according to facility policy and updates Rehabilitation Director on daily caseload and status of prior screens/evaluations.

Conducts training programs and participates in training medical and nursing personnel in PT techniques and objectives.

Demonstrates involvement in informal discussions with other staff members participating in the direct or indirect care of the patient.

Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.

Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement programs, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.

Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.

Other Job Duties

• Participates in the Student Affiliation Program under the direction of the Rehabilitation Service Director.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant as assigned.
• Performs divisional tasks as assigned.
• Attends team conferences and makes contributions commensurate with the position of staff physical therapist.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Basic Competencies

Education

• Minimum - Bachelor's Degree in an accredited program in physical therapy.
• New Jersey State Physical Therapy license is required.
• Minimum of Heart Saver Certification required.

Experience

• None required.

Skills

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

JOB SETTING/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Acute, Behavioral Health, and the Outpatient areas.
• Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients.
• Frequent prolonged standing/walking.
• Manual dexterity and mobility.
• Heavy exertion when performing treatments.
• Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching.

Salary

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range.

$48.46 to $67.14 Per Hour

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Company Description

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, a clinical affiliate of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is a 1,070 bed hospital located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ. Founded in 1916 to treat patients with contagious diseases, the medical center has grown to become both the largest hospital and licensed nursing home in New Jersey and the fourth-largest publicly-owned hospital in the nation.

A safety net facility, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, renamed in October 2017