Physical Therapist

Medical Search International is looking for Physical Therapists to work in the Correctional Health Care Setting in NJ.

Job Duties:

• Performs a comprehensive physical, psychosocial, and safety assessment of assigned patients as evidenced by clinical

documentation

• Develops a Plan of Care to promote optimum function and safety as documented in the clinical record

• Plans for and provides skilled physical therapy treatment, reassessing the patient’s status on each visit and ensure quality of care as documented in the clinical record.

• Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care and communication as noted in the

clinical record.

• Completes all required paperwork following NJ Department of Corrections procedures to ensure that documentation reflects the

care provided and the outcomes achieved as evidenced by the clinical record.

• Maintains and enhances personal knowledge, maintains safe working environment, as well as promotes professional standards in physical therapy.

• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients/inmates, family, community providers, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.

• Promotes effective working relations and work effectively as part of a team

• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary

• Understands and adheres to compliance standards as they appear in Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.

• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred).
• Licensed Physical Therapist in New Jersey. Ideal candidate will possess knowledge in all areas of specialty in physical therapy, with high concentration in the area of orthopedics.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Must possess own vehicle.

• Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements. Employees will be subject to and

must comply with all security regulations and procedures of NJ Department of Corrections and the assigned facility(ies) including, but not limited to sign in logs or electronic time clocks, searches of person and property, etc. Violations of NJ Department of Corrections and/or being banned by the Department of Corrections to work at a NJ Department of Corrections’ facility are grounds for a disciplinary action and potential termination.

Physical Demands:

Ability to type and use a computer to enter in the Electronic Medical Record. Ability to read, write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position. Excellent communication skills are required to interact with upper management. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and promote ideas and transfer detailed knowledge to others. Demonstrated interpersonal skills working in a service environment. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients, inmates, and other employees in the organization. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, customers, and/or the general public. Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to respond effectively to most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. An ability to interact with a diverse populations in a prison setting.

Work Environment:

A generally crisis oriented, secure environment working with adult inmates, some who exhibit aggressive, threatening behavior. Incumbent must exhibit flexibility to work in a variety of settings. Entering and movement within the facility will be controlled by Correctional Officers. Risk of body fluid exposure. Must be able to maneuver around architectural barriers and obstructions found in a prison environment.

Hours:

Juvenile Facilities in Bordentown and Monroe: 2-3 days/wk dependent on census, At least 1 day in each location and a 3rd day if someone requires therapy twice a week, contract is ongoing, typically 6-8 hrs per day

Rahway Adult Facility: 1-2 days/wk, contract is ongoing, census driven, typically work 6-8 hrs per day

Clinton Adult Facility: 2-4 days/wk, contract is ongoing, census driven, typically work 6-8 hrs per day

Bridgeton Adult Facility: Full time Hours 8-4:30pm, M-F, from 8/2/21 though 11/8/2021

For Immediate Consideration attach your CV and Contact Information

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40.00 – $55.00 per hour

Company Description:

Medical Search International is a premier search firm for the health care industry that specializes in temporary or “Locum Tenens” staffing and permanent placement of physicians and other healthcare professionals.  We offer clients and candidates services that promote excellence in healthcare by redefining the recruitment process. Medical Search is headquartered in New Jersey, with additional offices in Florida and Pennsylvania. 

Specialties: Recruiting, Locum Tenens, Permanent Placement, Healthcare, Staffing, Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Radiology, Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Hospitalist, Advanced Practitioners, and Allied Health

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