Physical Therapist, Acute Rehab - Per Diem

Virtua Health; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in Marlton, NJ seeks a part-time, per diem Physical Therapist to provide examination, evaluation and plan of care to patients in need of rehab services. The role collaborates with managers and rehab staff to optimize operations and patient outcomes.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop and adjust treatment plans, and document progress in a timely manner while ensuring quality, safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited program.
• Current licensure in the State of New Jersey and CPR certification.
• For home care and early intervention staff, a valid driver’s license, current automobile registration and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.
• Demonstrates comprehensive evaluation skills and interventions. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and modification of plan of care as appropriate.
• Maintains and completes evaluations, patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.
• Effectively utilizes PTAs, aides and other support staff as appropriate.
• Effectively communicates with patient and/or family/significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patient’s age, physical condition and cultural needs.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Interventions and treatment planning

Patient education

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location

Marlton - Rt 73 and Brick Road

Remote Type

On-Site

Employment Type

Employee

Employment Classification

Per Diem

Time Type

Part time

Work Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours

0

Role Summary

Provides physical therapy examination and evaluation to determine prognosis, provide intervention, and update plan of care. Assists manager/supervisor with clinical and operational issues. Works with manager to improve processes and utilization of rehab services.

Position Responsibilities

• Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members/supervisors to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.
• Demonstrates comprehensive evaluation skills and interventions. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and modification of plan of care as appropriate.
• Maintains and completes evaluations, patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.
• Effectively utilizes PTAs, aides and other support staff as appropriate.
• Effectively communicates with patient and/or family/significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patient’s age, physical condition and cultural needs.

Required Education

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy form a program accredited by the APTA.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

Current licensure in the State of New Jersey. CPR certification. For home care and early intervention staff, a valid driver’s license, current automobile registration and proof of insurance.

Hourly Rate

$57.25

Benefits

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to:

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off
• paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• short-term disability
• optional long-term disability
• colleague and dependent life insurance
• supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance
• employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. For more benefits information click here.

Company Culture

Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That's our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.