Physical Therapist - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health
Piscataway, NJ
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 is responsible for the physical therapy examination, evaluation, intervention planning and implementation, patient/client family instruction, and outcomes analysis within the scope of practice as defined by the State Department of New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. The physical therapist is engaged in the processes of coordination, communication and documentation to ensure that the patient/client receives comprehensive, individualized and evidence based services. Throughout the episode of care the physical therapist is responsible for ensuring optimal functional independence, prevention of recurrence of problems and promotion of wellness oriented lifestyle. In addition, the physical therapist performs other professional duties and participates in department/facility/network initiatives based on needs and opportunities. Settings may include but not limited to inpatient (acute and rehab) and/or outpatient.

Responsibilties

A day in the life of a Physical Therapist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

  • Prepares for the evaluation in accordance with department policies/procedures and standards of practice including obtaining patient history, performing systems review exhibiting knowledge of patient diagnoses and researching unfamiliar diagnoses.
  • Selects and administers tests and measures and performs systems review. Additionally, synthesizes evaluation results to formulate the diagnosis, goals, prognosis and plan of care.
  • Establishes a plan of care based on examination and evaluation results which includes person centered goals and best practice. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, patient/clients and patient's/client's support system.
  • Assesses and re-assesses need for modifications to plan of care and goals.
  • Identifies need for consultations and/or refers the patient/client to another health care professional or health care services.
  • Initiates and completes discharge plan.
  • Provides patient/client instruction to inform, educate and/or train patients/clients and their support systems.
  • Provides and selects interventions based on the PT's assessment of the client's current condition which can include but is not limited to: patient and client instruction; airway clearance techniques; prescription, application, and, as appropriate, fabrication or modification of assistive technologies; implementation of biophysical agents; therapeutic exercise; motor/functional training; integumentary repair and protection; manual therapy techniques; functional training in self-care, domestic life, community and work integration and reintegration.
  • Collects and records patient care data that follows format and guidelines of the patient care service, regulatory agencies and third-party payers which reflects an understanding of reimbursement systems and their impact on patient care. This includes, but is not limited to, initial evaluation, daily notes, reassessments/progress reports, discharge plans and communication with interdisciplinary members of the team.
  • Records daily billing and follows department guidelines for productivity, as well as adheres to insurance and state regulations on the billing of services rendered.
  • Provides appropriate direction and supervision to other personnel as assigned.
  • Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 1 hour a day.
  • Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
  • Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Graduate of a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Program or equivalent.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience.

Licenses And Certifications Required

  • New Jersey Physical Therapist License.
  • BLS/CPR certification by The American Heart Association is required within 60 days of entering position.

Licenses And Certifications Preferred

  • Specialty certifications.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

Job Duties

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

  • Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
  • Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
  • Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
  • Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
  • Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
  • Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
  • Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.Starting at $90,750.40 Annually
Posted 2025-11-29

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