Physical Therapist - Pelvic Floor Specialist
About The Position
The Physical Therapist - Pelvic Floor Specialist will develop a proper therapeutic treatment plan of care and anticipated outcome for each patient in accordance with a written and signed Physician's order or prescription, as appropriate to the ages of the patients growth and development through the life cycle factors. They will modify the treatment plan based on patient response and/or ineffectiveness as noted in the medical record. The role involves demonstrating effective teaching skills with patients/family members/caregivers and maintaining safety and care of the patient during treatment sessions. The therapist will also assist in discharge planning of patients along with other members of the health care team and document initial assessments, reassessments, and progress notes for each patient in accordance with established department policy and procedures.
Requirements
- Requires a Bachelor's, Master's degree or DPT, graduate of an entry level masters or doctorate program in Physical Therapy from a college or university accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
- Requires a current New Jersey State license and registration in Physical Therapy or eligibility
- Requires analytic ability, use of independent judgment and sufficient interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, families, students, peers and other health care professionals
- BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience preferred but not necessary
- New graduates acceptable
Responsibilities
- Develop proper therapeutic treatment plan of care and anticipated outcome for each patient in accordance with a written and signed Physician's order or prescription, as appropriate to the ages of the patients growth and development through the life cycle factors
- Modify treatment plan based on patient response and/or ineffectiveness as noted in the medical record
- Demonstrate effective teaching skills with patients/family members/caregivers
- Maintain safety and care of the patient during treatment sessions
- Assist in discharge planning of patients along with other members of the health care team
- Document initial assessments, reassessments and progress notes for each patient in accordance with established department policy and procedures
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- savings accounts
- voluntary benefits
- wellness programs and discounts
- paid life insurance
- generous 401(k) match
- adoption assistance
- back-up daycare
- free onsite parking
- recognition rewards
- fully paid tuition program
- generous tuition assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
