Patient-Centered Physical Therapist — Restore & Elevate

Hackensack Meridian Health; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered rehabilitation services in Edison, New Jersey. The role involves restoring patient function, alleviating pain, and ensuring compliance with guidelines. Candidates should have an accredited Physical Therapy degree, a valid license, and team collaboration skills. Preferred qualifications include computer skills and experience in long-term care. Join a supportive team that values connection and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current with all Continuing Education (CE) requirements.
• Perform clinical care professionally.
• Ability to effectively work on a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Restore patient's function, alleviate pain, and prevent disabilities through therapy.
• Comply with all state/federal and facility guidelines.

Job description

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.

As part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered physical rehabilitation services to patients, Physical Therapist restores patient's function, alleviates pain, and prevents disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy. Complies with all state/federal and facility guidelines.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current with all Continuing Education (CE) requirements
• Perform clinical care professionally
• Serve as 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

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Long-term care facility experience
• Prior work experience with geriatric and disabled populations.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish)

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Physical Therapist License.

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