Physical Therapist - Accute Rehab/ Day Shift (FT)

Penn Medicine; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic medical center seeks a Physical Therapist for the Acute Rehab team. This role involves providing professional therapy services, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring patient-centered care. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's in Physical Therapy and possess a valid NJ license. Join us to make a difference in patient care.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

403b Retirement Savings

Generous Paid Time Off

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Responsible for assisting patients with medical and functional disabilities.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to achieve care plan outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional physical therapy services.
• Design and instruct home exercise programs.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Health Education

Collaboration

Education

Master of Arts or Science in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist - Acute Rehab/ Day Shift (FT)

Join to apply for the Physical Therapist - Acute Rehab/ Day Shift (FT) role at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System.

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location: Hamilton, NJ - Address: Princeton Medicine- Hamilton- 1315 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd

Hours: Day shift hours/ FT/ Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8 am - 4:30 pm/ Tuesdays and Thursdays - 11 am - 7:30 pm

Benefits You’ll Receive at PMPH/Penn Medicine:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, RX coverage plan options that best fit your personal & family needs
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (FSA/HAS) to save pre-tax dollars
• 403b Retirement Savings: Our employer contribution begins on Day 1 of your employment
• Generous Paid Time Off benefits that give you the work-life balance today’s world needs
• Prepaid tuition assistance is available to benefit-eligible employees for approved courses of study after completing six months of employment.

Summary:

• The Acute Rehab Physical Therapists are responsible for assisting persons with medical and functional disabilities attain and restore maximum function through a patient-centered care approach. The physical therapist helps persons achieve treatment plans and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises, instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities, and in using assistive devices like crutches, canes, and prostheses. The physical therapist collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to achieve the desired outcomes in the individualized care plan, making revisions based on patient response. The therapist aids in implementing evidence-based rehabilitation strategies while ensuring respectful and dignified treatment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide professional physical therapy services
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards, protecting patient autonomy, dignity, and rights
• Evaluate own practice against standards and regulations
• Provide health education tailored to patient needs, including lifestyle, risk reduction, and self-care
• Design and instruct home exercise programs, recommend assistive devices, and coordinate follow-up care
• Participate in quality improvement activities and ongoing education to maintain competence
• Meet patients' physical, psychological, and social needs across different growth and development levels
• Accept other duties and projects as assigned

Credentials:

• Physical Therapist (Required)
• Licensed in NJ as a Physical Therapist (Required)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Master of Arts or Science in Physical Therapy (Required)
• 2-4 years of experience as a Physical Therapist (Preferred)

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits include comprehensive insurance options, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition assistance. Penn Medicine is an Equal Opportunity employer, considering candidates without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, or other protected statuses.