Physical Therapist

RWJBarnabas Health; Lincoln Park (NJ); On-site; USD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Children’s Specialized Hospital seeks a Pediatric Physical Therapist to help children improve mobility and independence in a collaborative, family-centered setting.

The role requires a PT degree, NJ license or eligibility, and BLS certification. You will design individualized plans, educate families, and work with a multidisciplinary team to maximize each child’s functional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current New Jersey Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure.
• American Heart Association BLS Provider certification.
• Completion of a pediatric clinical affiliation preferred.
• Demonstrates tact, initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to perform clinical responsibilities effectively.
• Physical stamina and the ability to perform patient lifting and therapeutic handling.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare and educational professionals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating pediatric patients through histories, screenings, and assessments to identify needs.
• Developing individualized treatment plans with measurable functional goals.
• Selecting and evaluating PT interventions based on each child’s goals.
• Educating patients and families on treatment plans and prognosis.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, and educators to coordinate care.
• Providing guidance and supervision to PTAs, aides, staff, and students as appropriate.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Location: New Brunswick (NB)

Department Name: Physical Therapy

Req #: 0000272603

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $70.95 - $70.95 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Physical Therapist – Children's Specialized Hospital, RWJBarnabas Health

At Children's Specialized Hospital, part of RWJBarnabas Health, Physical Therapists play an important role in helping children improve mobility, restore function, and achieve greater independence. Working in a collaborative, family-centered environment, Physical Therapists develop and implement individualized treatment plans designed to address each child's unique physical, functional, and developmental needs. Through evidence-based interventions, clinical expertise, and close collaboration with families and interdisciplinary care teams, Physical Therapists help children overcome functional challenges, maximize their abilities, and reach their fullest potential.

A typical day for a Physical Therapist may include:

• Evaluating pediatric patients through patient histories, screenings, clinical observations, and appropriate assessment tools to identify functional abilities and areas of need
• Developing individualized treatment plans and establishing realistic, measurable functional goals focused on remediation, compensation, adaptation, and prevention of physical limitations
• Selecting, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of appropriate physical therapy interventions based on each child's clinical presentation and functional goals
• Applying principles of activity analysis to assess and address the physical, perceptual, cognitive, and psychosocial demands of activities while considering each child's abilities and environmental needs
• Educating patients and families on treatment plans, functional goals, symptoms, prognosis, and strategies to support continued progress and independence
• Communicating patient progress, clinical findings, treatment recommendations, and discharge plans effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members through written and verbal communication
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare and educational professionals to coordinate comprehensive, patient-centered care
• Providing guidance, training, and support to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), aides, staff, and students as appropriate to established competency expectations
• Seeking supervision and clinical consultation when appropriate, incorporating feedback, and actively contributing to professional development and improvement initiatives
• Making individualized discharge recommendations that consider each child's prognosis, family needs, functional goals, role expectations, and available community resources
• Maintaining established productivity expectations and meeting minimum annual service volume requirements

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about helping children improve mobility, develop physical abilities, and achieve greater independence
• You enjoy partnering with families to establish meaningful functional goals and support each child's individual progress
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking guide your approach to patient assessments and treatment planning
• You value collaboration and enjoy working with physicians, nurses, therapists, families, and other professionals to provide comprehensive pediatric care
• You demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• You are receptive to feedback, recognize the importance of ongoing clinical development, and seek opportunities to strengthen your practice
• You enjoy supporting the professional growth of colleagues, students, and other members of the rehabilitation team
• You thrive in a dynamic pediatric healthcare environment where each child's needs and functional goals are unique

To be considered for this Physical Therapist opportunity:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program required
• Current New Jersey Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure required
• American Heart Association BLS Provider certification required
• Completion of a pediatric clinical affiliation preferred
• Demonstrates tact, initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to perform clinical responsibilities effectively
• Physical stamina and the ability to perform patient lifting and therapeutic handling required
• Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare and educational professionals