Physical TherapistReq #:0000150257

Category:Physical Therapy

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Jersey City Medical Center

Department:Physical Therapy

Location:

Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Overview:

Implements Physical therapy treatment in coordination with the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications:

Required:

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Current NJ Licensure

BLS certification

Preferred:

APTA Member

CI Certification by APTA

NICU experience preferred

Essential Functions:

Collaborates scheduling of inpatient caseload in conjunction with supervisor

Demonstrates compliance with inpatient billing process

Demonstrates the ability to identify what the patient/member educational needs are

Directly supervises the clinical work of the technicians and keeps the supervisor and managers informed

Educates internal and external customers

Keeps accurate and up-to-date patient records

Makes recommendations for services outside of the discipline

Participates in the interdisciplinary patient/member teaching process

Records appropriate statistical information in and accurate timely manner

Supervises students

Evaluate, treat and re-evaluate inpatients to meet the established Standard of Care. Assesses, organizes, and implements outcome tools into professional practice when applicable

Maintains an open channel of communication among members of the interdisciplinary team involved in patient care including non-clinical support staff

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short Long Term Disability

Life Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Pay Range:

$ 44.42 minimum to $ 52.76 maximum Hourly Rate

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer