Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

 

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.

A 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.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• 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.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Computer skills
• Prior work experience with geriatric and disabled populations

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.
• BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Minimum rate of $33.43 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.


Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.