Physical Therapist (Outpatient diem) Hopewell

Position Overview

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Graduation from accredited physical therapy school or education approved by NJ State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Experience: One year experience preferred with patient populations specific to the position. e.g.: acute adult inpatient, adult outpatient, pediatric, etc.
• Other Credentials: AHA Heartsaver AED, Physical Therapist License 2 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually if working in acute care setting. Stroke education is only applicable to those working with patients in the stroke program.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer or typewriter keyboard.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities

• Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Essential Functions

• Evaluates and treats patients in the hospital, outpatient clinic and in the home under the hospital at home program.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other CH interdisciplinary team members.
• Coordinates care with healthcare providers and others outside of CH when needed.
• Develops treatment plans and establishes measurable goals for patients.
• Implements treatment plan utilizing appropriate treatment procedures, modalities, exercise programs, and manual techniques.
• Ensures documentation is timely, including submission of attendance/charging records ("billing sheets").
• Ensures documentation is complete and effective in communicating all essential aspects of care, including evaluation, care, attendance, and discharge of the patient.
• Ensures documentation of time spent with patient is accurate and clear, and statistical data such as charging, is accurate and documentation of a patient encounter includes date and time.
• Gathers and synthesizes data from patient/family, patient records, direct observation, and other healthcare providers.
• Instructs patients, families, and other caregivers in therapies and activities to improve the patient's level of function, facilitate discharge, and maximize carryover of home instructions.
• Participates in educational opportunities and self-directed learning.
• Takes responsibility for problems or issues related to patient care or department operations.
• Attempts to understand various points of view, employs positive problem-solving techniques and works toward full resolution.
• Uses appropriate and thorough evaluation techniques and standardized testing as needed.
• Works within the Scope of Services policy for Physical Therapy.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Standing, Walking, Pinching/fine motor activities.
• Occasional physical demands include: Sitting, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Wrist position deviation, Keyboard use/repetitive motion.
• Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear.
• Lifting Floor to Waist 20 lbs., Lifting Waist Level and Above 50 lbs.

Sensory Requirements

• Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing.

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks

• Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Dust/Particulate Matter.

Benefits

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Sick Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program