Physical Therapist (FT Day) - F&W SC Plains-Physical Therapy - Scotch Plains, NJReq #:0000135689

　　Category:Physical Therapy

　　Status:Full-Time

　　Shift:Day

　　Facility:RWJ Rahway

　　Department:F&W SC Plains-Physical Therapy

　　Location:

　　RWJUH Rahway Hospital, 2120 Lamberts Mill Road, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

　　Job Summary:

　　Provides ongoing evaluation and assessment of patients using standardized tests and measurements and direct observation

　　Formulates objective treatment goals and plans to achieve goals

　　Modifies goals and plans as needed

　　Provides medically prescribed treatment to outpatients

　　May be assigned to the hospital to provide inpatient care

　　Retains responsibility for the physical therapy care of the patient being treated by the physical therapist assistant through direct supervision

　　Completes written or computerized documentation in the medical record as pertains to patient's status

　　Completes all other forms, documents and letters as necessary

　　Participates in committees and meetings as assigned

　　Maintains knowledge of current laws and standards of practice as relates to physical therapy

　　Participates in educational activities including student supervision and provision of education on areas of expertise or interest

　　Contributes to hospital and community education within scope of knowledge as requested

　　Job Requirements:

　　Bachelor's, Master's or DPT degree or certificate in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university

　　Current license from NJ State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

　　Ability to work 2 evening shifts per week

　　Additional Information:

　　For more than 100 years, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway has been the trusted healthcare facility for patients and families in Union County and beyond. Our comprehensive, state-of-the-art medical center offers a continuum of care that includes diagnostics, emergency care, advanced surgical treatments, wound care center, and much, much more.

　　Our campus also includes partnering facilities, including Kindred Hospital New Jersey for long-term, acute care and Care Connection, a 24-bed subacute hospital dedicated to rehabilitating patients before they are discharged, managed by Alaris Health. Our hospital provides acute care, long-term acute and rehabilitative care, as well as outpatient services to ensure our patients and their families receive the education and help they need to make the fullest recovery possible.

　　Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway's dedication to providing industry-leading care is evident in the various services we provide and continue to invest in. Our facility is a state-designated primary stroke center. We offer emergency cardiac care and diagnostic testing. Our wound care center is equipped with a diabetes management resources and hyperbaric chambers. Our Fitness Centers in Scotch Plains and Carteret provide both physical and aquatic therapy for recovering patients. We also regularly engage our local community with education programs, empowering them to make better decisions about their health and well-being.

　　RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.

　　We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

　　Medical/Dental/Vision plans

　　401 (k)

　　PTO

　　Short & Long Term Disability

　　Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

　　RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer