Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Part Time - East Brunswick, NJ

Job Overview:

Assists Physical Therapists in the treatment of assigned patients. Observes, records, reports to Physical Therapy conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• NJ Physical Therapy Assistant License
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Certification
• Completion of a pediatric affiliation
• Tact, initiative and judgment in performance of duties

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• NJ Physical Therapy Assistant license
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Part Time
• 20 hours/week

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

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 market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Plans
• 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.