Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Morrell Corners (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, plan individualized therapy, and implement treatment programs aimed at restoring function and preventing further disability.

The role involves working with patients recovering from trauma, surgery, or illnesses and requires strong communication skills and bedside manners. The incumbent will assess mobility, design therapy plans, collaborate with the rehab team, and document progress.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA accredited program or equivalent.
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office and Google Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Dexterity and eye-hand coordination for tasks such as typing and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan and implement a goal oriented physical therapy program.
• Restore function and prevent disability after trauma, disease, amputation or surgery.
• Collaborate with care teams to support patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and effective communication with patients and staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Proficient computer skills

Mobility for clinical setting

Education

Graduate of an APTA accredited program or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

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.

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans and implements a goal oriented Physical Therapy treatment program that focuses on restoring function and preventing further disability as a result of trauma, disease, amputation, congenital defects, surgery and other debilitating illness.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Graduate of an APTA accredited program or equivalent.
• Standing, walking and/or continuously moving around
• Kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling or working in other unusual physical positions
• Climbing (including ladders, stepping stools, and/or stairs) or balancing
• Stretching and/or reaching to retrieve/replace object
• Pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying heavy objects (20 lbs. or more) without aid of physical devices
• Dexterity and eye-hand coordination to perform activities which involve holding, positioning, manipulating, typing (keyboarding or data entry), etc.
• Visual ability to monitor instruments and computers, distinguish characters (letters, numbers, etc.) recognize colors, observe physical characteristics, etc.
• Hearing ability to recognize sounds, sound patterns and/or other auditory stimuli
• Physical ability to react/respond quickly in emergencies, including life threatening situations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Physical Therapist License.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.