Physical Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location: Hamilton, NJ

Hours: Per Diem/ Tue &Thurs OR Mon& Wed / 8 am -1pm - Must have flexibility for PTO - Vacation coverage and working evening hours as needed.

*** Experience in treating patients in the pool a PLUS!

Summary:

• The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services in accordance with the New Jersey practice act, the Bylaws of the Princeton HealthCare System, standards of accreditation and State regulatory bodies, and the Code of Ethics of the A.P.T.A. Physical therapy practice involves treatment and instruction of individuals for the prevention, habilitation or rehabilitation of physical disability, functional deficit, and/or pain. Such practice includes but is not limited to the following areas: acute care, orthopedics, neurology, geriatrics, pediatrics, cardiopulmonary, ob-gyn and oncology. It may also involve administration, education and research.

Responsibilities:

1. Obtains accurate information by performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by the physical therapist.

2. Discusses the need for modification to the plan of care established by the physical therapist. Participates in patient status judgements within the clinical environment based on the plan of care established by the physical therapist.

3. Performs physical therapy interventions in a competent manner.

4. Communicates in ways that are congruent with situational needs.

5. Produces documentation to support the delivery of therapy services. Assists in reconciling the cosigning of the notes as required by regulatory body.

6. Participates in addressing patient needs for services other than physical therapy.

7. Educates others using relevant and effective teaching methods.

Credentials:

• Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

• The physical therapist assistant must be licensed by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy in accordance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act of 1983.

• Basic Cardiac Life Support

• CPR certification by the American Heart Association.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Other (Required)

• Education Specialization: Graduated from a PTA program, accredited by the APTA or its equivalent. Equivalent Experience: •And 2+ years

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Salary Range:

$24.26 - $38.68/Hourly

As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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