Physical Therapist (PT), Outpatient Rehab - (Per Diem)

Virtua Health; Cinnaminson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Cinnaminson Township is seeking a physical therapist to provide evaluations and interventions for patient care, collaborating with other medical professionals. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and be licensed in New Jersey. Responsibilities include maintaining patient records, utilizing support staff, and providing education to patients and families. A CPR certification is required, alongside a valid driver’s license for home care staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the APTA.
• Current licensure in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Consults with medical and team members to provide quality patient care.
• Demonstrates comprehensive evaluation skills and modifies plan of care.
• Maintains and completes evaluations and documentation effectively.
• Utilizes PTAs, aides, and support staff appropriately.
• Communicates with patients and families to provide education.

Skills

Evaluation skills

Patient education communication

Collaboration with medical professionals

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

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 from 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.