Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant
Location: MEDICAL OFFICE BLDG
Department Name: Physical Therapy-OP
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $36.00 - $41.79 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.
Job Overview:The Physical Therapist Assistant treats outpatients under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant carries out the treatment plan as developed by the Physical Therapist (PT) and reports changes in patient status to the PT.
Qualifications:Required:
- Graduate of a CAPTE accredited associate degree program for Physical Therapy Assistants
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred:
- Experience in blood pressure and pulse monitoring
- General computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
Certifications and Licenses Required:- NJ Physical Therapy Assistant License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association
Scheduling Requirements:- Shift working, Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
- Full-Time (FT)
Essential Functions:- Arranges daily schedule as needed and works well with staff in the scheduling of patients
- Prioritizes patient needs according to department policy/professional standards/state and Federal statute-regulations
- Progress notes reflect all treatment performed and the charges that were entered into the computer
- Gives timely, constructive feedback to PTA student and reviews student documentation prior to insertion into medical record
- Insures that Rehabilitation Aides use proper techniques when assisting a PTA with a patient
- Supervises volunteers as needed and in compliance with department and hospital policies
- Exhibits a desire to continue the development of and the enhancement of clinical knowledge while meeting NJ State continuing education requirements for licensure
- Demonstrates compliance with findings from QI program findings
- Participates in inservices and training activities as indicated
Benefits and Perks: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)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
