Cooper University Health Care

Physical Therapist

Cooper University Health Care • $87K — $124K *
Cape May, NJ 08204In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
3 days ago
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution
  • Current (or eligible) Physical Therapy license in NJ
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred
  • Experience with Pelvic Floor therapy is a plus
  • Familiarity with various treatment modalities and patient care approaches

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients in an in-patient setting using comprehensive assessment techniques
  • Develop individualized intervention strategies tailored to different age groups
  • Implement treatment plans using diverse modalities including manual therapy and electrotherapeutic techniques
  • Conduct patient re-evaluations to adjust treatment plans based on progress
  • Document patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress in a timely manner for communication with referral sources
  • Ensure compliance with continuing education requirements for professional development
  • Oversee the application and supervision of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT)

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development through continuing education
  • Collaboration with a multidisciplinary rehabilitative team
  • Exposure to a variety of patient conditions and treatment modalities
  • Potential for specialization in areas like Pelvic Floor therapy
Full Job Description
  • Evaluates patients for physical therapy, in the in-patient setting, integrating the appropriate techniques of examination, history taking and systems review for musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular/pulmonary and integument
  • Plans the intervention for inpatients, including the most appropriate intervention strategies, frequency and time frames for optimal improvement, based upon the information gathered from the evaluation. Plans are appropriate to meet patient's specific age group
  • Implements treatment or interventions, consistent with the evaluation and plan of care including, but not limited to: physical agents; mechanical modalities; electrotherapeutic modalities; integument repair and protection techniques; assistive, adaptive, orthotic, prosthetic, supportive equipment; manual therapy techniques; functional training therapeutic exercise; patient/family instruction; coordination of care; communication and documentation appropriate to patient's specific age group
  • Performs re-evaluation of the patient to modify or re-direct interventions to reach therapy/patient goals; incorporate new clinical findings or address patient failure to respond to previous interventions. Applies diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests
  • Outcomes of the evaluation, plan, intervention (treatment) and reevaluation process are documented in a timely manner to the referring physician. Outcome data collection for departmental use, including performance improvement and patient satisfaction are maintained in addition to reports on patient's progress for review by other members of the rehabilitative team. Consults with physician and nursing concerning patient progress and treatment.
  • Completes Departmental and Hospital wide requirements for continuing education including minimum contact hour requirements at clinical education days.
  • Applies appropriate application and supervision of NPWT, including dressing changes and education / instruction to providers, nursing and family. Completes appropriate documentation related to NWPT.
  • 3-5 years experience preferred
  • Pelvic Floor experience preferred but not required.


Education Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited college or university with a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy


License/Certification Requirements

  • Must possess (or be eligible for) a current license to practice Physical Therapy in the State of NJ.


Salary Min ($)

USD $42.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $60.00

About Cooper University Health Care

Cooper University Health Care is a leading academic health system and the only state-designated Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey. With more than 7000 employees, Cooper is committed to excellence in patient care, education, research, and community outreach. Cooper has more than 630 physicians in over 75 specialties, with a network of more than 100 medical offices and four urgent care centers throughout the region. Cooper is affiliated with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, and is a member of the Jefferson Health System.
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7,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
* Ladders Estimates

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