PT Physical Therapist

Epic Healthcare; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

DailyPay available

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage

Company Perks

Employee Recognition Program

Team like atmosphere

Job summary

Epic Healthcare in New Jersey is hiring a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our healthcare team. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, adherence to safety standards, and collaboration with a physical therapy team to deliver quality therapy services.

The position requires an unencumbered NJ license for PT assistants, compliance with departmental policies, and a strong focus on resident safety and comfort throughout therapy sessions.

Qualifications

• Must hold an unencumbered NJ license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Ability to assist the PT and maintain patient safety during therapy sessions.
• Capable of following departmental policies, infection control and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PT in adhering to safety standards within the therapy department.
• Follow established policies and dress code; ensure resident safety during therapy.
• Use safety equipment properly and keep the therapy area clean and safe.
• Comply with regulations and infection control procedures during duties.
• Assist residents to and from the therapy room, ensuring comfort and safety.

Skills

Quick thinking

Organized

Reliable

Kind

Personable

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant license in NJ

Job description

NOW HIRING: Physical Therapist

Quick thinkers, organized, reliable, kind, and personable-these are the kinds of qualities we look for in our employees. We are in search of a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of health professionals in providing excellent health care in our facility.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Get Paid Your Way - DailyPay Available!
• Generous PTO
• Medical/ Dental Insurance Coverage
• Company Perks
• Employee Recognition Program
• Team Like Atmosphere

Responsibilities:

• Assisting the PT in following safety standards established for the physical therapy department.
• Following established departmental policies and procedures, including an appropriate dress code.
• Be alert for resident safety during all therapy.
• Comply with the Facility's established safety precautions.
• Assist in using safety equipment and supplies when lifting or moving residents.
• Assist in ensuring physical therapy practices and procedures comply with current applicable regulations.
• Following established infection control procedures and standard and universal precautions when performing duties.
• Assist in ensuring the safety and comfort of the resident while going to and from the therapy room or area.
• Assist in ensuring that the therapy area is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties or services.
• Following reporting procedures when observing hazardous conditions or equipment.
• Wearing personal protective clothing when performing services that involve potential exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Reporting missing and illegible labels or SDSs to your supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state of New Jersey

If working alongside people who are compassionate and who treat their residents' needs as their own is important to you then you'll want to be a part of our team!