Physical Therapist (PT) - Early Intervention - Full Time - Hamilton, NJ Req #: 43558
Category: Physical Therapy
Status: Full-Time
Shift: See Job Summary Details
Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department: EIP HAM
Location: Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH), 3575 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Job Overview:

Along with other core team members, the Early Intervention Physical Therapist (PT) screens, evaluates, provides ongoing assessment. Aides in the development of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for each child and provides direct services to children eligible for early intervention services with delays in the areas of physical, cognitive, communication, social, and adaptive development. The PT, along with other team members instructs parents and caregivers by modeling appropriate strategies to incorporate into the routines of the family. To problem solve, discuss progress and challenges of each child and prepare a transition|discharge plan.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduate from accredited Physical Therapy programNJ Licensed Physical TherapistMaintain valid NJ driver s license and required insurance At least 2 years experience working with young children with disabilitiesTargeted Evaluation (TET) team members require 2 years pediatric experience working and evaluating children ages 0-5Sound background in normal child developmentKnowledge of the educational and therapeutic value of an early intervention for children with identified developmental delaysKnowledge of the basic principles of behavior managementAbility to conceptualize, interpret and integrate early childhood educational and intervention techniques into the family routines as identified by the family

Certifications and Licenses Required:

NJ Licensed Physical TherapistNJ Driver s License

Scheduling Requirements:

Full Time40 hours/week

Essential Functions:

Completes developmental evaluations in the child s natural environment that accurately and efficiently identify strengths and needsCommunicates effectively with families and other team member in oral and written formats, in formal and informal situationsSupports and enhances the family s ability to interact with their child in their daily routinesDisplays competency in providing strategies that are appropriate, including measurable and functional outcomes, as part of the IFSPMakes recommendations for ongoing services in collaboration with family, service coordination, and other team members based on the family concerns, outcomes and routinesUses the NJ Birth to Three Early Learning Standards as a common framework for understanding and communicating developmentally appropriate expectations for infants and toddlersDemonstrates knowledge of discipline specific tools|checklists to utilize to fully assess child needs and then can detail and describe those strategies that are the sole domain of a licensed SLP versus strategies that can be addressed by any qualified member of the IFSP teamAddresses IFSP outcomes by selecting and adapting appropriate activities, incorporating a variety of intervention models including evidenced based strategiesEvaluates the effectiveness of methods while meeting family outcomesMaintains sensitivity to parent s personal circumstances as well as maintains confidentiality and adheres to the NJEIS Code of ConductCompletes session notes according to departmental rules and records data as appropriate for each childTakes responsibility for seeking supervision|consultation in relationship to clinical performance. Actively contributes to annual performance reviews and improvement plans, effectively utilizes feedbackAssists in the training of others in the EI philosophy as well as a variety of evidenced based intervention modelsCommunicates job specific concerns and participates in developing solutionsAttends and participates at in-service trainings|staff meetings and conference callsTravels in personal vehicle to and from the natural environment of each family assignedAccurately records the time and frequency of services provided and records that information along with required signatures for billingSubmits bill for services as required by departmental policies and proceduresSubmits required paperwork timely and accurately adhering to departmental volume|productivity requirementsMaintains ongoing communication with office via email, text and telephone. Responds quickly to any request for information

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) 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