Physical Therapist Per Diem

Saint Peter's Healthcare System•Somerset, NJ

8d•$65 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Per Diem 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 also requires demonstrating effective teaching skills with patients/family members/caregivers and maintaining safety and care of the patient during treatment sessions. Additionally, the Physical Therapist will document initial assessments, reassessments, and progress notes for each patient in accordance with established department policy and procedures.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelors, Masters 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
Document initial assessments, reassessments and progress notes for each patient in accordance with established department policy and procedures