Physical Therapist - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health • Neptune Township, NJ

6d • $92,144

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements goal-oriented physical therapy treatment programs focused on restoring function and preventing further disability resulting from trauma, disease, amputation, congenital defects, surgery, and other debilitating illness. The role provides individualized care, works with patients and caregivers to support functional goals, and contributes to discharge planning and safe, appropriate use of assistive devices and durable medical equipment.

The therapist gathers information and completes evaluations and re-evaluations in accordance with departmental policies and time frames. They establish measurable, functionally based short- and long-term goals, update treatment plans as needed, document progress and outcomes, and provide patient and caregiver education. The role also involves maintaining a safe treatment environment, communicating effectively with patients, families, visitors, and care team members, and meeting departmental productivity and documentation standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited program or equivalent.
• Physical Therapist License.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, which may include Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Ability to stand, walk, and/or continuously move around.
• Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, or work in other unusual physical positions.
• Ability to climb, including ladders, stepping stools, and/or stairs, or balance.
• Ability to stretch and/or reach to retrieve or replace objects.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, and/or carry heavy objects weighing 20 pounds or more without physical devices.
• Dexterity and eye-hand coordination to hold, position, manipulate, type, and perform data entry.
• Visual ability to monitor instruments and computers, distinguish characters, recognize colors, and observe physical characteristics.
• Hearing ability to recognize sounds, sound patterns, and other auditory stimuli.
• Physical ability to react and respond quickly in emergencies, including life-threatening situations.

Responsibilities

• Participate on committees as requested by the supervisor.
• Deliver a high level of service to residents, families, and visitors.
• Maintain a safe environment, use proper body mechanics, and provide appropriate treatment techniques and skills.
• Complete resident treatments as scheduled and within the department’s productivity range; document treatments on the daily charge sheet.
• Establish discharge planning at the initial evaluation and update it throughout treatment; complete timely discharge summaries with functional status, goal outcomes, and recommendations.
• Assess residents’ needs for durable medical equipment, including wheelchairs; coordinate fitting with appropriate professionals and educate residents and families about proper use and care.
• Prepare progress notes, re-evaluations, and discharge summaries in accordance with departmental policies; monitor progress, update goals, and modify treatment plans as appropriate.
• Complete re-evaluations on time and update goals and treatment plans in accordance with departmental policy.
• Develop rapport and mutual respect with residents, patients, caregivers, and team members to support goal achievement.
• Provide and document education for patients and caregivers based on identified learning needs, in an understandable manner.
• Gather information required to evaluate resident needs, including testing and consultations with other health care professionals as appropriate, and complete evaluations within required time frames.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment programs based on established goals and identified resident needs.
• Formulate measurable, functionally based short- and long-term goals using evaluation findings.
• Administer evaluations with respect for each resident’s needs and disability.
• Assess, order, and measure prosthetic or orthotic devices; evaluate their fit and function, arrange adjustments as needed, develop wearing schedules, and educate residents and families about proper use and signs of malfunction.
• Provide appropriate assistive and adaptive devices and durable medical equipment, ensure clinical appropriateness and safe utilization, and educate residents and families about their use.
• Handle special projects, rush assignments, and other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.
• Some positions may be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions.
• Certain positions may be eligible for shift differentials for evening, night, or weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

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