Physical Therapist Per Diem - Outpatient (Evenings)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System, located in Hamilton, NJ, is seeking a Physical Therapist Per Diem for outpatient evenings. The role requires a licensed PT with BLS/CPR certifications and education in PT program completion.

Responsibilities include patient examinations, treatment planning, documentation in EMR, and coordination with the care team. Hours are in the evening, with flexibility to cover vacations, and compensation ranges from $37.63 to $60.01 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist.
• BLS and CPR certifications required.
• Graduation from an APTA-accredited physical therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Performs a patient examination in a technically competent manner and administers skilled services.
• Evaluates clinical findings to determine rehab diagnosis and outcomes of care.
• Designs a plan of care and implements it with appropriate discharge planning.
• Documents care in the EMR within designated timeframes and communicates with the care team.
• Maintains competency to meet patients’ physical, psychological and social needs.

Skills

PT License

BLS Certification

CPR Certification

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)

Master of Arts or Science

Job description

Physical Therapist Per Diem - Outpatient (Evenings)

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location: Hamilton- 1315 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd

Hours: either Tue & Thu- 2pm to 7pm or Mon & Wed 2pm-7pm. Flexible to cover vacations and medical leave.

Summary -

• The physical therapist provides physical therapy services in accordance with the New Jersey Practice Act and the Bylaws of Princeton Healthcare System, standards of accreditation and State regulatory bodies, and Code of Ethics of the A.P.T.A. The physical therapy practice involves examination, evaluation, treatment and instruction of individuals for the prevention, habilitation or rehabilitation of physical disability, functional deficit, and or pain. Such practice includes but is not limited to the following areas: acute care, orthopedics, neurology, geriatrics, pediatrics, cardiopulmonary, home health, ob-gyn, and oncology. It may also involve administration, education and research. Physical therapy is responsible for participation in staff education activities and providing consultation for facility personnel. They must communicate and document the communication with other disciplines and service to provide continuity and coordination of patient care.
  
  

Responsibilities:

• ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Performs a patient examination in a technically competent manner. Performs skilled services. Uses sound judgment and follows established standards of practice independently.
• 2. Evaluates clinical findings to determine rehab diagnosis and outcomes of care
• Designs a plan of care that integrates the goals, treatment, outcomes and discharge plan. Performs interventions in a competent manner assessing the response to care. Adapts delivery of care to reflect respect and sensitivity to individual differences
• Performs reassessments as necessary. Assesses needs for other services.
• 3. Documents care given within the designated time frames in the EMR and hands off problems and resolutions to the case manager and the team.
• 4. Incorporates an understanding of economic factors in the delivery of services and maintains compliance with productivity standards of the department as specified in the staffing plan.
• 5. Demonstrates competency in the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet patients’ physical, psychological, and social needs. Competent in age specific knowledge and skills. Understands age-related growth and development levels.
  
  

Credentials:

• Physical Therapist (Required)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification - required
  
  

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)
• Education Specialization: Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the A.P.T.A. or its equivalent. if educated outside the U.S., indicates that the individual possesses the appropriate educational requirements. Equivalent Experience:
• Or Acute care clinical affiliations.
• Master of Arts or Science
• Education Specialization: Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the A.P.T.A. or its equivalent. if educated outside the U.S., indicates that the individual possesses the appropriate educational requirements. Equivalent Experience:
• Or Acute care clinical affiliations.
  
  

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Salary Range:

$37.63 - $60.01/Hourly

As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

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Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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