Physical Therapist

Saint Peters Healthcare System•Franklin Township, NJ

18d•$41 - $68•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist will develop and implement therapeutic treatment plans for adult outpatient therapy patients. This role involves assessing patient needs, modifying treatment based on response, educating patients and families, assisting with discharge planning, and documenting patient progress. The therapist must possess analytical skills, independent judgment, and strong interpersonal and communication abilities to effectively interact with patients, families, students, peers, and other healthcare professionals.

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.
BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.
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.

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 and maintains 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