Coordinator, Physical Therapy Req #: 0000175024
Category: Physical Therapy
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Physical Therapy
Location: Medical Office Building, 240 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

The Coordinator integrates the departments services with the Hospital's primary functions as well as the inter/intra departmental services.

Qualifications:

Required:

Doctoral Degree or Master s Degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE accredited school

Preferred:

2 years supervisory experience 3-5 years clinical experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Licensed Physical Therapist in New JerseyWilling to interview if eligible for license, but must be licensed upon hire

Scheduling Requirements:

Full-Time

Essential Functions:

Develop/implement Policies and Procedures that guide/support servicesDetermine staff qualifications and competenceContinuously assess/improve department performanceMaintain appropriate Quality Control programsParticipate in orientation continuing education of Department staffParticipate in selection of outside servicesEnsure the department operations are effective and efficientHold staff accountable for their responsibilitiesEnsures the responsibilities for administrative and clinical direction are defined in writingEnsure coordination of care, treatment, and servicesEnsure that all areas providing patient/client care are directed by qualified professionals with appropriate training and experienceProvides direct patient care as necessaryServes as a resource to staff for clinical issuesConflict resolutionResponds to patient, physician complaints in acute care and reports results to the department directorDirectly Supervises on a daily basis: Acute Care Services, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Rehabilitation AidesIn the absence of the Director of Rehabilitation Services, assumes overall department responsibilitiesPerforms other supervision duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation ServicesDemonstrates compliance with findings from QI program findingsParticipates in in-services and training activities as indicated Patient EducationProvides input into improving the operations of the departmentProvides input into improving the quality of care providedAssists the Director of Rehabilitation Services in the formulation of the yearly department budget

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 InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary 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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer