PD Physical Therapist

Req #: 0000263155 Category: Physical Therapy Status: Per Diem Shift: Day Facility: Monmouth Medical Center Department: Physical Therapy Pay Range: $70.95 per hour Location: 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740 Job Title: PD Physical Therapist Location: Monmouth Medical Center Department Name: Physical Therapy Req #: 0000263155 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $70.95 - $70.95 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. Physical Therapist – Monmouth Medical Center, RWJBarnabas Health At Monmouth Medical Center, part of RWJBarnabas Health, the Physical Therapist plays an essential role in helping patients regain mobility, function, and independence throughout their hospital stay. Working as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, the Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops individualized plans of care, and provides skilled therapy interventions for patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiovascular conditions. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery while supporting safe, efficient hospital throughput and comprehensive patient-centered care. A Typical Day For a Physical Therapist May Include Completing comprehensive physical therapy evaluations of assigned patients to identify functional limitations, clinical needs, and appropriate treatment prioritiesUtilizing clinical reasoning to establish individualized plans of care and functional goals that support patient recovery and facilitate safe hospital throughputEvaluating and treating patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiovascular deficits based on individual clinical presentation and needsPlanning and implementing skilled physical therapy treatments in coordination with the multidisciplinary healthcare teamCollaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive services that address each patient's individual needsWorking directly with referring physicians to communicate patient status, treatment recommendations, and ongoing physical therapy needsMaking appropriate recommendations and referrals for additional patient care services based on evaluation findings and individual patient needsCompleting medical record documentation and billing practices that accurately support the medical necessity and skilled need for physical therapy services in the acute hospital settingParticipating in the student Physical Therapist program as assigned and supporting the development of future physical therapy professionalsPracticing appropriate infection prevention and control measures, including adherence to Universal PrecautionsPerforming other duties as assigned while maintaining a commitment to safe, effective, and patient-centered care This Role Might Be For You If You are passionate about helping patients regain mobility, function, and independence during their hospital stayStrong clinical reasoning and sound judgment guide your approach to patient evaluation and treatmentYou enjoy collaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of a multidisciplinary healthcare teamYou remain adaptable and focused while caring for patients with a wide range of acute medical conditionsYou understand the importance of timely, accurate documentation and skilled therapy practices in an acute-care settingYou are committed to providing safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered physical therapy servicesProfessional growth, teamwork, and contributing to positive patient outcomes motivate you To Be Considered For This Physical Therapist Opportunity Current New Jersey State license as a Physical Therapist requiredOne year of acute care or hospital-based physical therapy experience preferredCurrent BLS certification requiredAbility to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Knowledge and demonstrated practice of Universal PrecautionsStrong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to collaborate effectively with physicians, therapists, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer