Physical Therapist Per Diem

Physical Therapist- Per Diem

A Per Diem Physical Therapist is a healthcare professional who provides therapy services on an as-needed basis, typically filling in for staff shortages or covering vacations and leaves of absence. The Physical Therapist is forward-thinking individual who excels at assessing patients’ strengths and weaknesses and devising creative but effective treatment plans. Therapists must practice discretion & maintain patient confidentiality. Must operate a high-energy, positive-thinking environment and offer patients positive encouragement to achieve their goals. You will be expected to utilize your training and skills to aid patients in the goal of healing, recovering, improving pain level / tolerance, and maximizing functional independence. Staff Physical Therapist examines patients using fundamental clinical knowledge, implements a treatment plan and executes plan of care on a daily basis.

Who We Are :

JAG Physical Therapy’s care-first model of rehabilitation may be the change you are looking for! JAG Physical Therapy, a comprehensive outpatient, orthopedic physical therapy company with 100 facilities throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, is seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join our winning team! JAG has been honored by the area’s top publications as the best in the business based on growth and outcomes and is considered the Gold Standard for physical therapy care by the Metro area’s largest healthcare systems and insurance providers.

What You’ll Need :

• Bachelors or Masters Degree required, Doctorate degree preferred
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state practicing in
• Completed state regulated CEU requirement in appropriate state (NY, NJ)
• Valid CPR License
• Experience / knowledge with an EMR software is preferred
• Excellent oral, written communication
• Strong clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success
• Basic computer skills
• Works as a team member and individually with minimal supervision
• Maintains a positive, professional demeanor at all times

What You’ll Do :

o This includes, but is not limited to, initial evaluation, daily notes, reassessments / progress reports, discharge plans and communication with members of the team.

Important Disclaimer Notice :

The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an Employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. This job description is not a guarantee of employment. What you’ll love about us section is based on full time employment with the company and is not guaranteed based on employment type.

Behaviors Preferred Functional Expert : Considered a thought leader on a subject

Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them

Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Preferred Work-Life Balance : Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Entrepreneurial Spirit : Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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