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Physical Therapist (PT) - Per Diem/PRN

Select Medical • Chester, NJ • 2d ago

Overview

Hospital Name: Kessler Inpatient Rehab Hospital

Joint venture/Partnership/Affiliation with Select Medical

Position: Physical Therapy

Location: 201 Pleasant Hill Road, Chester NJ

Schedule: Per Diem (work 2 days per month, one of which must be a weekend and the second a holiday, or high needs day or weekday)

Compensation: $59 per hour plus 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.

Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans

Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

As a 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.

Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.

Provides ongoing evaluation of patient's status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.

Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.

Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.

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.

Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.

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.

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:

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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Job ID 329595

Location US-NJ-Chester

Experience (Years) 1

Category Physical Therapist

Street Address 201 Pleasant Hill Road

Company Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester)

Position Type Per Diem

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