22 Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem Jobs in Neptune, NJ
Hackensack Meridian Health is Hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem Near Neptune, NJ
The Physical Therapist Assistant is part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver patient-centered physical rehabilitation services to patients, supports Physical Therapist in treatment procedures. Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) are required to have supervision from a Physical Therapist to deliver services. PTAs communicate thoroughly and regularly with Physical Therapists to ensure delivery of plan of care. Completes all required documentation as per state/federal and facility guidelines.
ResponsibiltiesA day in the life of a Physical Therapy Assistant at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
- Demonstrates team approach to problem solving through frequent communication and collaboration on complex issues to provide appropriate care.
- Ensures operation of equipment by using equipment consistent with equipment specifications; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; and calling for repairs.
- Participates and represents PT staff on committees, as requested by supervisors.
- Demonstrates appropriate knowledge in assessing the need for durable medical equipment for patients. Follows through with appropriate professionals to ensure proper fitting and educates patient on proper usage.
- Maintains professional competence and keeps current with Physical Therapy trends through participation in continuing education, in-service programs, and professional staff sessions.
- Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
- Fosters good relationships and communications with all team members, physicians, patients, family/significant others and visitors.
- Assists with new Team Member orientation and provide key experiences to prepare Team Member independent performance of essential job functions. Problems are reported to designated Supervisor promptly.
- Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
- Instructs, encourages and assists patients to carry out plan of care, specific to patient¿s needs and goals established by Physical Therapist(s).
- Models and maintains safe environment to deliver services for patient, self, and healthcare team. Employs correct body mechanics during all activities.
- Demonstrates and implements evidence-based treatment techniques and skills with patients. Maintains professional competence and keeps current with Physical Therapy trends.
- Continuously monitors patient¿s response to treatment and adjusts treatment accordingly in consultation with Physical Therapist.
- Identifies and reports any real or potential problems regarding the development or admin of patient care.
- Assists with discharge planning by collaborating with physicians, nurses, social workers, supervising physical therapist(s), and other healthcare providers.
- Contributes to patient care conferences.
- Completes all documentation accurately and in a timely manner, consistent with all state regulations.
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
- Completion of an accredited program and licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Current with all Continuing Education (CE) requirements
- Performs clinical care professionally
- Serve as a patient advocate and role model to other Team Members
- Deliver patient care with minimal disruptions and obstacles
- Ability to effectively work on a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
- Computer skills
- Prior work experience with geriatric and disabled populations
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.
Job Summary
Per Diem
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$36k-46k (estimate)
02/22/2024
07/09/2024
hackensackmeridianhealth.org
OAKHURST, NJ
50 - 100
2016
ROSE F HAYET MD
$10M - $50M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
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About Hackensack Meridian Health
Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading not-for-profit health care organization that is the largest, most comprehensive and truly integrated health care network in New Jersey, offering a complete range of medical services, innovative research and life-enhancing care. Hackensack Meridian Health comprises 17 hospitals from Bergen to Ocean counties, which includes three academic medical centers Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, JFK Medical Center in Edison; two childrens hospitals - Joseph M. Sanzari Childrens Hospital in Hacke...nsack, K. Hovnanian Childrens Hospital in Neptune; nine community hospitals Bayshore Medical Center in Holmdel, Mountainside Medical Center in Montclair, Ocean Medical Center in Brick, Palisades Medical Center in North Bergen, Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge, Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth Amboy, Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, and Southern Ocean Medical Center in Manahawkin; a behavioral health hospital Carrier Clinic in Belle Mead; and two rehabilitation hospitals - JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute in Edison and Shore Rehabilitation Institute in Brick. Additionally, the network has more than 500 patient care locations throughout the state which include ambulatory care centers, surgery centers, home health services, long-term care and assisted living communities, ambulance services, lifesaving air medical transportation, fitness and wellness centers, rehabilitation centers, urgent care centers and physician practice locations. Hackensack Meridian Health has more than 35,000 team members, and 7,000 physicians and is a distinguished leader in health care philanthropy, committed to the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
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