Job Description

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Physical Therapy

Req #: 0000215300

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $36.00 - $41.79 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

As directed by the Physical Therapist implements Physical therapy treatment in coordination with the multidisciplinary team,

Job Overview:

As directed by the Physical Therapist implements Physical therapy treatment in coordination with the multidisciplinary team.

Qualification

Required:

• Minimum Required Qualifications: AAS Physical Therapy
• Temporary licensure or current NJ Licensure
• Successful completion of all orientation programs
• BLS certification within ninety days of hire to the department

Preferred:

• Preferred Qualifications APTAMember CI Certification by APTA

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Full-Time
• Day

Essential Functions:

• Treats inpatients and outpatients to meet the established Standard of Care
• Educates internal and external customers
• Directly supervises the work of physical therapist assistants students as well as keep the supervisor and managers informed of progress
• collaborates scheduling of inpatient and outpatient caseload in conjunction with Supervisor
• Makes recommendations for services outside of the discipline
• Records statistical information for the department in a timely manner
• Supervises technicians, aides and volunteers.
• Participates in the interdisciplinary patient/member teaching process
• Demonstrates the ability to identify patient/member’s educational needs
• Organizes, and implements outcome tools into professional practice when applicable
• Keeps up to date and accurate medical records
• Demonstrates compliance and timeliness in outpatient and / or inpatient billing
• maintains an open channel of communication among members of the interdisciplinary team involved in patient care including non-clinical support staff

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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