Physical TherapistReq #:0000178094Category:Physical TherapyStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:RWJ New BrunswickDepartment:Physical TherapyLocation:Main Hospital - New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901Job Overview:Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in the acute care setting. Duties include patient and family intervention on all nursing units including, but not limited to: Orthopedics, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Cardiac, Critical Care, Trauma, General Medicine and Telemetry, Emergency Department, and Pediatrics. Strong teamwork, communication and documentation skills required for intra disciplinary and interdisciplinary communication.Qualifications:Required:
Graduate of accredited program in Physical Therapy at the baccalaureate or post baccalaureate level required
New Jersey board license and registration required
Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association required
Preferred:
Active membership in a professional organization is encouraged but not required
Scheduling Requirements:
Day Shift, 40 hours/week, weekend and holiday rotation
Essential Functions:
Responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients in the acute care setting.
Patient and family intervention on all nursing units including, but not limited to orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, cardiac, critical care, trauma, general medicine and telemetry, emergency department and pediatrics.
Strong teamwork, communication and documentation skills required for intra disciplinary and interdisciplinary communication.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support 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)
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Choosing RWJBarnabas HealthRWJBarnabas 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 EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
