Physical Therapist - Outpatient Rehab - Per Diem/Weekdays

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 51,839 - 82,669; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation and benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in New Jersey is seeking an entry-level Physical Therapist for per diem outpatient rehabilitation services. The role involves performing patient evaluations, developing rehabilitation plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and a licensed Physical Therapist designation, with opportunities for specialized training. The position offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $37.63 to $60.01 based on experience. Join us to make a difference in patient care!

Qualifications

• Physical Therapist license is required.
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) Certification is required.
• Understanding of economic factors in service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient examinations competently and independently.
• Evaluate clinical findings to determine diagnosis and care outcomes.
• Design and adapt plans of care based on individual patient needs.
• Maintain documentation in EMR within designated timeframes.
• Demonstrate competency in meeting patients’ physical and psychological needs.

Skills

Patient assessments

Rehabilitation planning

Documentation

Team collaboration

Age-specific knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science

Graduation from accredited physical therapy program

Tools

EMR systems

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Job description

Physical Therapist Per Diem - Outpatient Rehab

Join to apply for the Physical Therapist Per Diem - Outpatient Rehab role at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System

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?

Hours: M–Th 8:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. F 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Location: South Brunswick, NJ.

Summary: The physical therapist provides services in accordance with the New Jersey Practice Act, the Bylaws of Princeton Healthcare System, accreditation standards, State regulatory bodies, and the Code of Ethics of the A.P.T.A. The practice involves examination, evaluation, treatment, and instruction of individuals for prevention, habilitation, or rehabilitation of physical disability, functional deficit, or pain. Areas include acute care, orthopedics, neurology, geriatrics, pediatrics, cardiopulmonary, home health, ob‑gyn, and oncology. It may also involve administration, education, and research. The role requires participation in staff education, consultation for facility personnel, and effective documentation to ensure continuity and coordination of patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Performs patient examinations in a technically competent manner, performs skilled services, and uses sound judgment to follow established practice standards independently.
• Evaluates clinical findings to determine rehabilitation diagnosis and outcomes of care.
• Designs a plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge planning; performs interventions, assesses response to care, and adapts delivery to respect individual differences.
• Performs reassessments as necessary and evaluates the need for other services.
• Documents care in the EMR within designated time frames and communicates problems and resolutions to case managers and the team.
• Incorporates an understanding of economic factors in service delivery and maintains compliance with departmental productivity standards as specified in the staffing plan.
• Demonstrates competency in knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to meet patients’ physical, psychological, and social needs while being competent in age‑specific knowledge and understanding developmental 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)
• Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the A.P.T.A. or its equivalent; if educated outside the U.S., the individual must possess the appropriate educational requirements.
• Master of Arts or Science (Optional)
• Acute‑care clinical affiliations (Optional)

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.

Salary Range: $37.63 – $60.01 per hour. Successful candidates are provided a specific rate based on 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: Entry level.

Employment type: Temporary.

Job function: Health Care Provider.

Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices.