What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Apetan Consulting LLC?
Position:- Physical Therapist
Location:- Trenton, New Jersey area
Position Purpose
One Physical Therapist is required to provide onsite physical therapy services at a county correctional facility in the Trenton, New Jersey area.
The Physical Therapist performs initial evaluations, delivers treatment sessions, and completes follow-up evaluations as ordered by facility physicians, working within a secure custodial environment.
Qualification Requirements
- This is a niche requirement and the qualification bar has been kept deliberately open. A candidate qualifies if they meet the following:
- A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, or an active New Jersey Physical Therapist license.
- The candidate must have their own physical therapy equipment.
- No other qualification criteria are set at this time.
- Years of experience, prior setting and specialization are not being screened on. Candidates who meet the two criteria above should be submitted.
Scope of Services
- The anticipated annual workload is:
- Approximately 40 initial physical therapy evaluations per year.
- Approximately 650 treatment sessions per year.
- Follow-up evaluations as ordered by facility physicians.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform initial physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for facility residents.
- Deliver treatment sessions in accordance with the agreed plan of care and physician orders.
- Complete follow-up evaluations as ordered by facility physicians.
- Document all evaluations, treatments and care plans in accordance with facility and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with facility medical staff on patient care priorities and scheduling.
- Maintain active licensure and all required professional credentials throughout the engagement.
- Adhere to facility policies on patient confidentiality, workplace safety and security protocols.
Work Environment
- Onsite at a secure county correctional facility. Remote work is not available for this role.
- Patients are facility residents and may be escorted by facility staff.
- Scheduling is agreed with the facility around its operating and security requirements.