Physical TherapistReq #:0000137113

　　Category:Physical Therapy

　　Status:Full-Time

　　Shift:Day

　　Facility:Clara Maass Medical Center

　　Department:Physical Therapy

　　Location:

　　Clara Maass Medical Center, 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

　　Job Overview:

　　Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in the acute care setting, patient and family intervention in all nursing units including, but not limited to orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, cardiac, critical care, trauma, general medicine and telemetry, emergency department, and ICU.

　　Qualifications:

　　Bachelor's degree, master's degree, or doctorate in physical therapy from an APTA-accredited school of physical therapy.

　　Licensed in the State of New Jersey.

　　Successful completion of all Orientation ProgramsPreferred

　　Preferred:

　　MastersCertifications and Licenses required:

　　BLS Certification Required

　　American Heart Association

　　Essential Functions:

　　Strong teamwork, communication, and documentation skills are required for intra-disciplinary and interdisciplinary communication.

　　Examines and evaluates patients upon referral from a physician, podiatrist, dentist, or nurse practitioner.

　　Plans and implements specific treatment for patients to reverse impairments, restore function, and facilitate the development of skills essential for adaptive and productive living.

　　Participates in PI and physical therapy clinical education programs.

　　Benefits and Perks

　　401K 3% match after your first year of employment

　　Discounts from participating retailers such as Verizon and more.

　　Why choose RWJBarnabas Health:

　　RWJBarnabas Health as the leading academic health system in New Jersey is advancing innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. Create and sustain healthy communities, together.

　　SAFETY:

　　Speak Up for Safety

　　Accurately Communicate

　　Focus on the Task

　　Exercise and Accept a Questioning Attitude

　　Thoughtfully Interact

　　You and Me Together

　　RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer