Physical Therapist (PT) - Per Diem/PRN
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Select Medical is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) - Per Diem/PRN. The Physical Therapist (PT) evaluates assigned patients, develops, implements, and modifies treatment plans according to patient needs and physician direction. This role is responsible for delegating and directing discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring functional treatment programs are designed for effective return to community activities. The PT also educates patients, families, students, and co-workers.
Key focus areas include Evaluate assigned patients and establish appropriate treatment goals and programs., Provide ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression., and Develop comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities..
Successful candidates bring Current State Licensure as Physical Therapist, Certified BLS, and Per Diem Shift Requirement. Important skills include Evaluate Patients, Develop Treatment Plans, Implement Treatment Plans, Modify Treatment Plans, Delegation, and Direction.
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Overview
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
Position: Physical Therapy (PT) - Inpatient Rehab
Location: 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052
Schedule: Per Diem/PRN8:30AM to 4:30pmweekday and weekend needs
Compensation: $59/hr + Shift Differential
Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care tobest address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries,spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.
Why Join Us:
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Start Strong : Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
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Invest in Your Future: C ompany-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
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Opportunity for Advancement : Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
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Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
Responsibilities
As a Physical Therapist (PT) you will evaluate all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction.Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients.Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities.Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self.Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.
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Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.
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Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.
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Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.
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Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.
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Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.
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Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.
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Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.
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Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
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Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist
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Certified BLS
Per Diem Requirement: Two (8 HR) shifts per month. At least one of those a weekend and one high need day (week day, weekend, or holiday).
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Location : Location US-NJ-West Orange
Job ID 369542
Position Type Per Diem
Experience (Years) 1
Category Physical Therapist
Company Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - West (West Orange)
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