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PD Physical Therapist
Req #: 0000260450
Category: Physical Therapy
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: Community Medical Center
Department: Transitional Care Unit
Pay Range: $70.95 per hour
Location:
99 HIGHWAY 37 WEST, TOMS RIVER, NJ 08755
Job Title: PD Physical Therapist
Location: Community Medical Center
Department Name: Transitional Care Unit
Req #: 0000260450
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $70.95 - $70.95 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.
PD Physical Therapist - RWJBarnabas Health
At RWJBarnabas Health, the Physical Therapist plays a vital role in helping patients regain mobility, improve function, and achieve their highest level of independence. Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team, they evaluate patient progress, provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, educate patients and caregivers, and support safe, effective discharge planning while delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
A typical day for a Physical Therapist may include:
- Evaluates patients and implements individualized treatment plans designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence
- Delivers skilled physical therapy interventions consistent with the established plan of care while modifying treatment approaches based on patient response and progress
- Educates patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare team members using effective teaching methods to support rehabilitation goals and ongoing recovery
- Collaborates with physicians, nurses, case managers, and rehabilitation colleagues to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes
- Assesses changes in patient condition, communicates findings promptly, and recommends plan of care adjustments when appropriate
- Documents patient evaluations, treatments, progress notes, billing, and other required records accurately and in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards
- Assists in developing discharge plans by reinforcing patient goals, anticipated outcomes, and recommendations for continued care
- Identifies medical, social, and psychological factors that may impact rehabilitation and communicates concerns to the interdisciplinary team
- Provides guidance to nursing staff and other healthcare professionals on safe patient mobility, positioning, and rehabilitation strategies
- Reviews medical records to obtain relevant clinical information and ensure continuity of care throughout the rehabilitation process
- Reports safety events, near misses, and other incidents in accordance with organizational policies while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and patient safety
- Performs additional departmental responsibilities as needed to support patient care and operational excellence
This role might be for you if:
- Compassionate, patient-centered care is at the heart of everything you do
- You communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
- You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy partnering with healthcare professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes
- You are highly organized and attentive to detail in both clinical care and documentation
- You adapt confidently to changing patient needs and prioritize safety in every interaction
- You enjoy educating patients and caregivers to promote independence and long-term success
- Continuous learning, clinical excellence, and helping patients regain function motivate you every day
To be considered for this Physical Therapist opportunity:
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program required
- Current New Jersey Physical Therapist license in good standing required
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association required
- Previous experience in an acute care, transitional care, rehabilitation, or hospital setting preferred
- Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills required
- Ability to provide safe, effective, evidence-based physical therapy services while maintaining compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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