Physical Therapist - Adult BI - Per Diem

Bancroft; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Bancroft in Plainsboro, NJ is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist to provide direct and consultative PT services in outpatient and residential settings, aligning with APTA standards and HIPAA.

The role emphasizes evaluation, treatment planning, program development, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, with emphasis on independence and adaptive equipment.

This PRN, non-exempt opportunity includes training staff and maintaining compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and NJ State PT license required.
• Experience with neurologically-impaired individuals preferred.
• Ability to document evaluations, progress notes, and treatment summaries per regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and consultative PT services including evaluations and interventions.
• Develop and modify individualized PT treatment plans.
• Establish measurable goals to support independence and daily living skills.
• Deliver group, individual, and consultative therapy.
• Train staff on adaptive equipment and positioning techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and families for coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate documentation per IPP and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and Trans-Disciplinary Team processes.

Skills

APTA standards

HIPAA compliance

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

NJ State PT license

Job description

Overview

We're Hiring: Per Diem Physical Therapist

Location: Plainsboro, NJ Bancroft Outpatient Program

Type: Non Exempt, PRN

Hourly Rate: $58.00/hr.

Position Summary:

Provides direct, consultative, and supportive diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy services to persons served and staff members to enhance the individual potential for learning and to meet the specific rehabilitation needs of persons served.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and consultative physical therapy services, including evaluations, treatment planning, and interventions, in compliance with APTA standards, state regulations, HIPAA, and organizational policies.

• Conduct physical therapy assessments to determine individual needs, functional abilities, limitations, and rehabilitation goals within residential and program settings.

• Develop, implement, and modify individualized physical therapy treatment plans based on assessment findings and ongoing progress.

• Establish measurable, functional, and achievable therapy goals that support independence and daily living skills.

• Deliver individual, group, and consultative therapy services while promoting independence and functional mobility.

• Recommend, demonstrate, and train individuals and staff on the proper use of adaptive equipment, positioning techniques, and therapeutic interventions.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, families, guardians, and program staff to support coordinated care and ensure continuity of services.

• Provide guidance on environmental adaptations, functional strategies, and adaptive equipment to enhance participation and progress.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, and treatment summaries, in accordance with IPP and regulatory requirements.

• Participate actively in team meetings and the Trans-Disciplinary Team (TDT) process, communicating assessment results and treatment outcomes to all relevant stakeholders.

• Provide training and education to staff and individuals served regarding physical therapy goals, techniques, and treatment plan implementation.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and a current N.J. State Physical Therapist license required. Minimum of one year of work experience in physical therapy preferred, working with neurologically-impaired individuals.

EEO Statement

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Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in itshiring and employment practices,so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential. To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color,religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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