Physical Therapist - Pelvic Floor Specialist

Saint Peter’s Healthcare System; New Jersey; On-site; USD 57,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Savings accounts

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid life insurance

Back-up daycare

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Saint Peter’s Healthcare System is seeking a Physical Therapist - Pelvic Floor Specialist for outpatient care. You will develop individualized plans of care and adapt them as patients progress, collaborating with physicians, families, and the health care team.

The role requires a CAPTE-accredited degree and a New Jersey license or eligibility; new graduates are welcome, with BLS certification required. Salary ranges are competitive and benefits comprehensive.

Qualifications

• Requires CAPTE-accredited degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or DPT).
• Requires a current New Jersey State license or eligibility in Physical Therapy.
• New graduates acceptable.
• Analytic ability, independent judgment, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• BLS Certification required, per American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans per physician orders for patients across life span.
• Modify treatment plans based on patient response and charted progress.
• Demonstrate teaching skills to patients and families while maintaining safety during sessions.
• Assist in discharge planning with the health care team.
• Document initial assessments, reassessments, and progress notes per policy.

Skills

Analytic ability

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

BLS Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

Job description

Adult Outpatient Therapy

The Physical Therapist - Pelvic Floor Specialist will:

• Develop proper therapeutic treatment plan of care and anticipated outcome for each patient in accordance with a written and signed Physician's order or prescription, as appropriate to the ages of the patients growth and development through the life cycle factors
• Modify treatment plan based on patient response and/or ineffectiveness as noted in the medical record.
• Demonstrate effective teaching skills with patients/family members/caregivers and maintains safety and care of the patient during treatment sessions
• Assist in discharge planning of patients along with other members of the health care team
• Document initial assessments, reassessments and progress notes for each patient in accordance with established department policy and procedures

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor's, Master's degree or DPT, graduate of an entry level masters or doctorate program in Physical Therapy from a college or university accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
• Requires a current New Jersey State license and registration in Physical Therapy or eligibility.
• Previous experience preferred but not necessary. New graduates acceptable.
• Requires analytic ability, use of independent judgment and sufficient interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, families, students, peers and other health care professionals.
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.

Salary Range: 41.09 - 67.82 USD

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's .