Physical Therapist, Home Health - (Per Visit), Gloucester County

Gloucester County

1 Weekend Day required per Month.

Summary :

Provides physical therapy examination and evaluation to determine prognosis, provide intervention, and update plan of care.

Assists manager / supervisor with clinical and operational issues.

Works with manager to improve processes and utilization of rehab services.

Position Responsibilities :

• Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members / supervisors to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.
• Demonstrates comprehensive evaluation skills and interventions. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and modification of plan of care as appropriate.
• Maintains and completes evaluations, patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.
• Effectively utilizes PTAs, aides and other support staff as appropriate.
• Effectively communicates with patient and / or family / significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patient's age, physical condition and cultural needs.

Required Education :

Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy form a program accredited by the APTA.

Training / Certifications / Licensure :

Current licensure in the State of New Jersey.

CPR certification.

For home care and early intervention staff, a valid driver's license, current automobile registration and proof of insurance.

Hourly Rate : $70.00 - $154.00

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to : medical / prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

For more benefits information click here .