Physical Therapist, F&W Carteret-Physical Therapy

RWJBarnabas Health; Carteret (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide specialized patient care. The role includes evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, and ensuring documentation is up-to-date. A valid physical therapy license in New Jersey is required, along with a degree in the field. Join a premier health organization that values community health and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and resources

Support for employees’ health

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university is required.
• Must have a current license from the NJ State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing evaluation and assessment of patients using standardized tests.
• Formulate and modify treatment goals and plans.
• Document patient status in the medical record.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Documentation

Patient Supervision

Education

Bachelor's, Master's or DPT degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Location: RWJ Rahway

Department: F&W Carteret-Physical Therapy

Req#: 0000191642

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $66.23 - $66.23 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Physical Therapist provides ongoing evaluation and assessment of patients using standardized tests and measurements and direct observation.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's, Master's or DPT degree or certificate in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Current license from the NJ State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, weekday shifts varying between 8am-8pm and/or weekend shifts 8am-2pm
• Per Diem (PD)

Essential Functions:

• Formulate objective treatment goals and plans to achieve goals
• Modify goals and plans as needed
• Provide medically prescribed treatment to outpatients
• May be assigned to the hospital to provide inpatient care
• Retain responsibility for the physical therapy of the patient being treated by the physical therapist assistant through direct supervision
• Complete written or computerized documentation in the medical record as pertains to patients status
• Complete all other forms, documents and letters as necessary
• Participate in committees and meetings as assigned
• Maintain knowledge of current laws and standards of practice as relates to physical therapy
• Participate in educational activities including student supervision and provision of education on areas of expertise or interest
• Contribute to hospital and community education within scope of knowledge as requested

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.