PHYSICAL THERAPIST - REHAB SERVICES| PER DIEM FLEXIBLE SHIFT (23702)

Physical Therapist Per Diem

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center! We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Physical Therapist Per Diem.

Job Duties

• Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
• Interviews patients to evaluate physical dysfunction or disability, and plans and implements specific treatment programs according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
• Provides treatment of patients in accordance with departmental standards of operation while observing specially indicated precautions.
• Observes physician's treatment order including rehabilitation goal and recognizes the limitations of treatment and the responsibilities for which he or she is capable, based on experience, education, and training.
• Prepares written reports, patient evaluations, care plans, interim progress report, and discharge summaries with recommendations for follow-up. Completes reports according to facility policy and updates Rehabilitation Director on daily caseload and status of prior screens/evaluations.
• Conducts training programs and participates in training medical and nursing personnel in PT techniques and objectives.
• Demonstrates involvement in informal discussions with other staff members participating in the direct or indirect care of the patient.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center's Code of Conduct.
• Familiar with the Medical Center's Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement programs, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
• Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.
• Participates in the Student Affiliation Program under the direction of the Rehabilitation Service Director. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant as assigned. Performs divisional tasks as assigned. Attends team conferences and makes contributions commensurate with the position of staff physical therapist. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Basic Competencies

• Education: Minimum - Bachelor's Degree in an accredited program in physical therapy. New Jersey State Physical Therapy license is required. Minimum of Heart Saver Certification required.
• Experience: None required.
• Skills: Good oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
• Job Setting/Physical Demands: Acute, Behavioral Health, and the Outpatient areas. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Frequent prolonged standing/walking. Manual dexterity and mobility. Heavy exertion when performing treatments. Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range $58.14 PER HOUR. PLUS, DIFFERENTIALS EVENING $2.65 PER HOUR, NIGHT $2.65, WEEKEND $2.00

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Please note that selection of the candidate for any position will depend on several factors, including the individual's educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors or better in Physical Therapy. Doctorate or better in Physical Therapy. Masters or better in Physical Therapy.

Experience: Experience as a Physical Therapist.

Licenses & Certifications: Physical Therapist *BLS

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.