What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant (FT-Day), Somerville NJ position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Job Overview:
RWJBarnabas Health is currently seeking a qualified full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Somerville NJ.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Associates Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- NJ Physical Therapy Assistant License or eligible
- AHA BLS Provider Certification required
- Completion of a pediatric affiliation
- Tact, initiative and judgment in performance of duties
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- NJ Physical Therapy Assistant License or eligible.
- AHA BLS Provider Certification
Scheduling Requirements:
- Day Shift, 40 hours/week
- Full Time Schedule
Essential Functions:
- Selects and utilizes appropriate treatment techniques as designated in competency expectations, using creativity to maintain patient interest and compliance, and adapting these techniques to the changing needs of the patient.
- Completes all discharge needs appropriate to the patient and their family, as designated in competency expectations, and makes attempts to involve patient s family and other significant personnel in patient s treatment plan and/or program.
- Communicates effectively, in both oral and written formats, in both formal and informal situations, following documentation policies and their timelines.
- Uses sound safety principles during care and handling of patients, follows infection control guidelines, and encourages and supports others in the department in maintaining a safe clean environment.
- Assists in training other Physical Therapy Assistants, students, and aides, and attempts to motivate such personnel to enthusiastically support the principles of quality care.
- Takes the initiative for professional improvement and seeks out resources for ensuring knowledge of diagnostic groups and developmental expectations.
- Communicates regularly and effectively with the primary therapist regarding all aspects of the patients on the PTA s caseload, following licensing regulations, giving timely information and suggestions for progression of treatment.
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!
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.
