Physical Therapist (PT) - Per Diem/PRN

Select Medical • West Orange, NJ

2d • $59 • Onsite

About The Position

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Position: Physical Therapy (PT) - Inpatient Rehab Location: 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052 Schedule: Per Diem/PRN 8:30AM to 4:30pm weekday and weekend needs Compensation: $59/hr + Shift Differential Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries , spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. Why Join Us: Start Strong : Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting. Invest in Your Future: C ompany-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year) Opportunity for Advancement : Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Requirements

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist
• Certified BLS
• Per Diem Requirement: Two (8 HR) shifts per month. At least one of those a weekend and one high need day (week day, weekend, or holiday).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction.
• Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients.
• Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities.
• Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.
• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.
• Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.
• Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources.
• Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.
• Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.
• Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.
• Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.
• Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery.
• Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.

Benefits

• Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
• Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed