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Physical Therapist - Per DiemReq #:0000203113

Category:Physical Therapy

Status:Per Diem

Shift:Day

Facility:Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department:Early Intervention Grant

Pay Range:$72.00 - $85.00 per hour

Location:

3575 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Department: Early Intervention Grant

Req#: 0000203113

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $73.3919 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 e

Job Overview:

Along with other core team members, the Early Intervention Physical Therapist PT , screens, evaluates, provides ongoing assessment, aids in developing an Individualized Family Service Plan IFSP for each child and provides direct services to children eligible for early intervention services with delays in the areas of physical, cognitive, communication, social, and adaptive development.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ Targeted Evaluation team members TET require 2 years pediatric experience working and evaluating children ages 0 - 5,

+ Sound background in normal child development, knowledge of the educational and therapeutic value of an early intervention for children with identified developmental delays,

+ Knowledge of the basic principles of behavior management,

+ Ability to conceptualize, interpret and integrate early childhood educational and intervention techniques into the family routines as identified by the family,

+ Licensed Physical Therapist, State of NJ, Department of Consumer Affairs pursuant to NJAC and NJSA,

+ This includes a temporary license as approved by the NJ DOH personnel standards for early intervention personnel,

+ Maintains valid NJ driver s license and required insurance,

Scheduling Requirements:

+ Days to work

+ PD

Essential Functions:

+ The PT along with other team members instructs parents and caregivers by modeling appropriate strategies to incorporate into the routines of the family,

+ To problem solve, discuss progress and challenges of each child and prepare transition discharge plan when appropriate,

+ Job Provides Direction to supervise graduate students

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

+ Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time

+ Retirement Plans

+ Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

+ Dental and Vision Insurance

+ Disability and Life Insurance

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Student Loan Planning Support

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Wellness Programs

+ Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

+ Community and Volunteer Opportunities

+ Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon

+ .and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer