Physical Therapy Assistant - Per Diem Days

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate team approach to problem solving through frequent communication and collaboration on complex issues to provide appropriate care.
• Ensures operation of equipment by using equipment consistent with equipment specifications; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; and calling for repairs.
• Participates and represents Harborage and PT staff on committees, as requested by supervisors.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge in assessing the need for durable medical equipment for patients. Follows through with appropriate professionals to ensure proper fitting and educates patient on proper usage.
• Maintains professional competence and keeps current with Physical Therapy trends through participation in continuing education, in-service programs, and professional staff sessions.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
• Fosters good relationships and communications with all Team Members, physicians, patients, family/significant others and visitors.
• Assists with new Team Member (TM) orientation and provide key experiences to prepare TM for independent performance of essential job functions. Problems are reported to designated Supervisor promptly.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Instructs, encourages, and assists patients to carry out plan of care, specific to patient's needs and goals established by the supervising Physical Therapist(s).
• Models and maintains safe environment to deliver services for patient, self, and healthcare team. Employs correct body mechanics during all activities.
• Demonstrates and implements evidence-based treatment techniques and skills with patients. Maintains professional competence and keeps current with Physical Therapy trends.
• Continuously monitors patient's response to treatment and adjusts treatment accordingly in consultation with Physical Therapist.
• Identifies and reports any real or potential problems regarding the development or admin of patient care.
• Assists with discharge planning by collaborating with physicians, nurses, social workers, supervising physical therapist(s), and other healthcare providers.
• Contributes to patient care conferences.
• Completes all documentation accurately and in a timely manner, consistent with all state regulations.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited program
• Current with all Continuing Education (CE) requirements
• Perform clinical care professionally
• Serve as patient advocate and role model to other Team Members
• Deliver patient care with minimal disruptions and obstacles
• Able to effectively work on a multidisciplinary team

Compensation

Minimum rate of $33.43 Hourly

HMH Network

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility

Awards

• US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - #1 Hospital in NJ & #1 in NY Metro Area
• US News & World Report 2025 - Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital - #1 Children’s Hospital in NJ and #3 Children’s Specialties in the Nation
• US News & World Report 2025 - JSUMC - #5 Hospital in NJ
• US News & World Report 2025 - John Theurer Cancer Center at HUMC - Ranked Nationally
• US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - Best Hospitals Honor Roll
• Becker’s Hospital Review 2025 - 7 HMH Institutions Named Among Becker’s Top 100
• Newsweek 2025 - Hackensack Meridian Health - America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being 2025
• Newsweek 2025 - Best Hospitals USA - HUMC - #59