Physical Therapist

CentraState Healthcare System; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Retirement Plans

Well-Being Rewards

Job summary

CentraState Healthcare System in Freehold, NJ, seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist for its outpatient clinic team. You will evaluate, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs for musculoskeletal, neurological, and orthopedic conditions, emphasizing patient-centered care and functional rehabilitation.

The role requires a DPT or equivalent and current licensure, with outpatient experience preferred.

Qualifications

• DPT or equivalent degree required.
• Current state licensure or eligibility.
• Outpatient experience preferred.
• Strong manual therapy and therapeutic exercise skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop and implement customized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises and injury prevention.
• Document patient progress and adjust treatment as needed.
• Collaborate with referring providers and clinical team members.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and documentation standards.

Skills

Manual therapy

Therapeutic exercise

Education

DPT or equivalent

Job description

Physical Therapist

ID: 2026-17011

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Location: Rehabilitation Center at Manalapan

Shift: Day

Overview

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace.

CentraState is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our outpatient clinic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized treatment programs for patients with a variety of musculoskeletal, neurological, and orthopedic conditions. This position emphasizes patient-centered care, functional rehabilitation, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals to help patients regain optimal mobility and function. Strong communication skills, clinical reasoning, and a commitment to evidence-based practice are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop and implement customized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises and injury prevention.
• Document patient progress and adjust treatment as needed.
• Collaborate with referring providers and clinical team members.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree.
• Current state licensure or eligibility.
• Experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
• Strong manual therapy and therapeutic exercise skills.

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified Company by Great Place to Work for four consecutive years.

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $81,900 - $139,230 annually

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range.

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS' policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.