AtlantiCare Regional Medical CenterAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Description POSITION SUMMARYThe PACE Life Physical Therapist evaluates participants, administers physical therapy treatments, records progress and instructs participations and/or family in care as part of the PACE Organization. This position may also directly lead the work activity of aides, assistants and students. This position works in the PACE Center and in participant's homes.
The PACE Life Physical Therapist conducts initial assessments and periodic reassessments, develops plan of care, completes coordination of medical, functional, and psychosocial condition of each participant, remaining alert to pertinent input from other team members, participants' caregivers, as well as documenting changes in a participant's medical record consistent with documentation policies.
The Physical Therapist delivers care in a prompt and professional manner always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. This position works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support departmental objectives.
QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy program required.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Licensed in the State of New Jersey. HSAED required. Valid NJ Driver's License, Registration and Insurance required.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2 years' experience as Physical Therapist. Minimum 1 year working with the frail or elderly patient. Prior experience preferred but not required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONSDemonstrates knowledge and clinical competency with physical therapy assessment skills, treatment implementation and proficiency with modalities, as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENTPotential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the home environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury.
Requires standing much of the day and extensive amounts of assisting, support and lifting of patients. Requires the ability to lift greater than 50 pounds.
Essential functions of this position are listed on the department specific Assessment and Evaluation Tool.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPThis position reports to Department Leadership.
The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.Total Rewards at AtlantiCareAt AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision InsuranceRetirement Plans with employer contributions
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability CoverageLife & Accidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceTuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs to help you thrive
Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.
Job Category Physical Therapy
Hours Per Week 40
Weekends Required? No
Holidays Required? No
ShiftDays
Posititon StatusFull-Time
Job Details Pay Range $86320 - $129480
Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to Pay Transparency Law; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.
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