Physical Therapist, Rehab Services, Full-Time Day Shift (24742)

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center • Paramus, NJ

3d • $48 - $67

About The Position

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center! We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Physical Therapist. Job Duties Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Interviews patients to evaluate physical dysfunction or disability, and plans and implements specific treatment programs according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. Provides treatment of patients in accordance with departmental standards of operation while observing specially indicated precautions. Observes physician's treatment order including rehabilitation goal and recognizes the limitations of treatment and the responsibilities for which he or she is capable, based on experience, education, and training. Prepares written reports, patient evaluations, care plans, interim progress report, and discharge summaries with recommendations for follow-up. Completes reports according to facility policy and updates Rehabilitation Director on daily caseload and status of prior screens/evaluations. Conducts training programs and participates in training medical and nursing personnel in PT techniques and objectives. Demonstrates involvement in informal discussions with other staff members participating in the direct or indirect care of the patient. Understands and adheres to the Medical Center=s Code of Conduct. Familiar with the Medical Center=s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement programs, safety, and environmental and infection control standards. Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations. OTHER JOB DUTIES Participates in the Student Affiliation Program under the direction of the Rehabilitation Service Director. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant as assigned. Performs divisional tasks as assigned. Attends team conferences and makes contributions commensurate with the position of staff physical therapist. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Minimum - Bachelor's Degree in an accredited program in physical therapy.
• New Jersey State Physical Therapy license is required.
• Minimum of Heart Saver Certification required.
• None required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Responsibilities

• Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
• Interviews patients to evaluate physical dysfunction or disability, and plans and implements specific treatment programs according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
• Provides treatment of patients in accordance with departmental standards of operation while observing specially indicated precautions.
• Observes physician's treatment order including rehabilitation goal and recognizes the limitations of treatment and the responsibilities for which he or she is capable, based on experience, education, and training.
• Prepares written reports, patient evaluations, care plans, interim progress report, and discharge summaries with recommendations for follow-up.
• Completes reports according to facility policy and updates Rehabilitation Director on daily caseload and status of prior screens/evaluations.
• Conducts training programs and participates in training medical and nursing personnel in PT techniques and objectives.
• Demonstrates involvement in informal discussions with other staff members participating in the direct or indirect care of the patient.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center=s Code of Conduct.
• Familiar with the Medical Center=s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement programs, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
• Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness.
• All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.
• Participates in the Student Affiliation Program under the direction of the Rehabilitation Service Director.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant as assigned.
• Performs divisional tasks as assigned.
• Attends team conferences and makes contributions commensurate with the position of staff physical therapist.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays.
• Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level