Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Rochelle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team in Rochelle Park, NJ. This role is crucial in providing compassionate care to critically ill patients, ensuring their recovery journey is supported through personalized treatment plans and ongoing assessments. With a focus on quality improvement and patient education, the Physical Therapist will work collaboratively with a diverse team to enhance patient outcomes. The position offers a flexible per diem schedule, allowing for professional growth and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients during their most vulnerable times.

Benefits

Extensive Orientation Program

Opportunity for Advancement

Commitment to Exceptional Patient Care

Qualifications

• Must have current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Certification in BLS required within first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Develop treatment plans and set patient goals.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and students.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Quality Improvement

Patient Education

Treatment Planning

Supervision of Assistants

Education

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Overview

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)

Location: Rochelle Park, NJ

Schedule: Per DiemCompensation: $58.50 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Physical Therapists (PT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong: Extensive Physical Therapist (PT) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performing initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Setting goals and developing treatment plans.
• Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs.
• Participating in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment.
• Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as supervising PT and PTA students.
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions, as needed.
• Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.