Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Location
Paramus, New Jersey
Salary
$48 - $67 / HOUR
include assessing, treating, and managing patient care based on physical therapy principles, while adhering to physician orders and departmental standards. The role also involves preparing comprehensive written reports, participating in training staff, and contributing to team conferences.
Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in an accredited physical therapy program and hold a current New Jersey State Physical Therapy license. A Heart Saver Certification is also required, though no prior experience is explicitly mandated.
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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, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Physical Therapist.
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.
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.
BASIC COMPETENCIES Education 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.
Experience None required.
Skills Good oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
JOB SETTING/PHYSICAL DEMANDS Acute, Behavioral Health, and the Outpatient areas. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Frequent prolonged standing/walking. Manual dexterity and mobility. Heavy exertion when performing treatments. Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching.
Salary commensurate with experience within posted range
$48.46 to $67.14 per hour. With doctorate-Additional $1.00 per hr. Plus differentials: Evening +10% / Night +12% / Weekend +$2.00 per hour
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.
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