Physical Therapist, Center For Child Development, Full Time, Day

Valley Medical Services Inc; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental & Vision

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

EAP

Paid Time Off

Commuter Benefit

Wellness Time Off

6 Holidays

Day Care Discounts

Job summary

The Valley Health System in Ridgewood, NJ seeks a Pediatric Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and implement targeted therapy programs for children across age groups, using developmental sequences, proper positioning, and engaging equipment. You will collaborate with a pediatric interdisciplinary treatment team and communicate with families to support developmental progress.

The role requires a New Jersey license as a Physical Therapist, current BLS certification, and strong attention to

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in New Jersey (NJ).
• Current BLS Certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately.
• Excellent critical thinking and time management.
• Effective communication with health-system and multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement pediatric PT programs.
• Use developmental positioning, handling techniques, and engaging toys/equipment.
• Collaborate with the pediatric interdisciplinary treatment team.

Skills

NJ PT License

BLS Certification

Keyboard skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position Summary

To plan, organize, and implement specific treatment programs for pediatric patients in a variety of age groups according to the principles and practices of Physical Therapy to include proper positioning through developmental sequence, proper handling techniques, and use of appropriate toys and/or equipment to encourage quality development. To collaborate with pediatric interdisciplinary treatment team.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited School of Physical Therapy.

Experience

No previous experience required.

Skills

Current and Valid New Jersey license as a Physical Therapist. Current BLS Certification. Keyboard Skills. Ability to perform work accurately and give attention to details. Ability to use effective critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to use effective time management to set priorities and perform job-related responsibilities. Ability to communicate and interact with the health-system, patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members. Ability to function competently in a changing work environment related to changing patient needs.

Job Location

The Valley Health System-Ridgewood

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

SalaryJoining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.Pay Range: $45.52 - $56.90 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.