Physical Therapist, Per Diem

Job Title: PD Physical Therapist

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Physical Therapy

Req #: 0000222814

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $69.66 - $69.66 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

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

Scheduling Requirements:

• Weekend and Weekday coverage
• Required 2 weekend days month and 1 holiday per year

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

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