Physical Therapist

RWJBarnabas Health; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist for the JCC MetroWest satellite sports medicine clinic in West Orange. The role focuses on evaluating and treating orthopedic and concussion-related conditions in an outpatient setting, with collaboration across an interdisciplinary team.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, document patient progress, and participate in education and discharge planning while maintaining high professional standards.

Qualifications

• DPT degree from an accredited program.
• Current New Jersey physical therapist license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association.
• 2–5 years outpatient orthopedic clinical experience preferred.
• Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) or Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of orthopedic and sports medicine evaluation and treatment techniques, evidence-based rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations to identify impairments and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to maximize recovery.
• Provide skilled PT interventions for orthopedic injuries, sports medicine conditions, and concussion-related impairments.
• Collaborate with referring physicians, therapists, nurses, and other team members for coordinated care.
• Document treatment responses and discharge planning; maintain medical records.
• Supervise PT Assistants and students per New Jersey practice regulations.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, body mechanics, and home exercise programs.
• Maintain clinical competencies and participate in continuing education and staff meetings.

Skills

Orthopedic physical therapy

Sports medicine rehab

Outpatient rehabilitation

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

BLS CPR certification

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr atJCC MetroWest

Department Name: Sports Medicine

Req #: 0000259972

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $72.10 - $72.10 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.

Per Diem Physical Therapist – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Physical Therapists play an essential role in helping patients restore movement, improve function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most. As a member of our rehabilitation team, you will provide comprehensive physical therapy services to patients with orthopedic, sports medicine, and concussion-related conditions in an outpatient setting. This per diem opportunity is located at the RWJ Barnabas Medical Center Rehabilitation Area at JCC MetroWest in West Orange, a satellite sports medicine clinic of Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Working collaboratively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members, you will develop individualized treatment plans that promote functional independence, maximize outcomes, and support each patient's rehabilitation goals. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means becoming part of New Jersey's largest integrated academic healthcare system, where clinical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and professional growth are at the center of delivering exceptional patient care.

A typical day for a Per Diem Physical Therapist may include:

• Conducting comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, re-evaluations, and standardized assessments to identify impairments, functional limitations, and rehabilitation needs.
• Developing and implementing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that support each patient's functional goals and maximize recovery.
• Providing skilled physical therapy interventions for patients with orthopedic injuries, sports medicine conditions, and concussion-related impairments.
• Collaborating with referring physicians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, athletic trainers, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Monitoring patient progress, documenting treatment responses, and modifying treatment plans and goals as appropriate in consultation with the referring physician and healthcare team.
• Developing appropriate discharge plans and individualized home exercise programs that promote continued recovery and long-term functional independence.
• Educating patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, injury prevention, body mechanics, adaptive equipment, and strategies to safely continue rehabilitation outside of therapy sessions.
• Recommending therapeutic and adaptive equipment as appropriate and providing education on its safe and effective use.
• Completing timely and accurate clinical documentation, including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, discharge summaries, billing documentation, and other required medical records in accordance with RWJBarnabas Health policies and professional practice standards.
• Accurately documenting therapy services and associated charges in accordance with departmental policies and regulatory requirements.
• Supervising Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with New Jersey practice regulations and departmental policies.
• Supervising physical therapy students by providing mentorship, constructive feedback, completing required evaluations, and collaborating with academic coordinators.
• Participating in continuing education, mandatory training, staff meetings, and professional development activities while maintaining clinical competencies.
• Meeting productivity expectations while providing compassionate, patient-centered care and representing RWJBarnabas Health with professionalism and clinical excellence.

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about helping patients restore mobility, improve function, and safely return to work, sport, and everyday activities.
• You enjoy treating orthopedic and sports medicine conditions using evidence-based, patient-centered interventions.
• You thrive in a collaborative outpatient rehabilitation environment and enjoy working alongside an interdisciplinary team.
• You communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, physicians, and healthcare professionals while building strong therapeutic relationships.
• You are organized, adaptable, and able to manage a diverse patient caseload while maintaining high-quality documentation and meeting productivity expectations.
• You enjoy developing individualized treatment plans that help patients achieve meaningful functional outcomes.
• You value continuous learning and are interested in advancing your clinical expertise in orthopedics, sports medicine, and concussion rehabilitation.
• You are committed to clinical excellence, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact on the lives of your patients.

To Be Considered:

To be considered for this opportunity, you must meet the following criteria:

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Licensure: Current and unrestricted New Jersey Physical Therapist license.
• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association
• Experience: Two to five years of outpatient orthopedic clinical experience is preferred. Experience treating orthopedic, sports medicine, and concussion populations is highly desirable.
• Preferred Credentials: Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) or Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) certification, or a demonstrated interest in pursuing specialty certification.
• Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of orthopedic and sports medicine evaluation and treatment techniques, evidence-based rehabilitation practices, therapeutic exercise prescription, patient and family education, discharge planning, clinical documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and outpatient rehabilitation practices.
• Schedule: This is a per diem position based at the JCC Sports Medicine Clinic in West Orange. Candidates must be available to work Monday evenings and two Saturdays per month, with the flexibility to work additional hours based on clinic needs.