Job Title: Physical Therapist
Location: Toms River West (TRW)
Department Name: Physical Therapy-OP
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $98,500.00 - $114,700.00 per year
Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary 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.
A typical day for a Physical Therapist may include:- Evaluating pediatric patients' functional abilities using standardized assessments, clinical observations, screenings, and patient histories to develop individualized treatment plans
- Establishing realistic, patient-centered functional goals focused on remediation, compensation, adaptation, and prevention of functional limitations
- Implementing evidence-based physical therapy interventions designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, and overall functional performance
- Applying principles of activity analysis to develop age-appropriate interventions that support children's physical, perceptual-cognitive, and psychosocial development while helping families meet everyday functional goals
- Educating children and their families on treatment plans, home exercise programs, functional goals, and recommendations that support continued progress beyond therapy sessions
- Collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive, family-centered care
- Communicating patient progress, treatment recommendations, and discharge planning effectively through both written documentation and verbal communication
- Assisting with the education and mentorship of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), therapy aides, students, and other team members as appropriate
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives, seeking ongoing professional development, and incorporating feedback to enhance clinical practice
- Maintaining timely, accurate documentation that meets regulatory standards while supporting department productivity expectations and assisting throughout the department during schedule changes, cancellations, or fluctuating patient volumes
This role might be for you if:- You are passionate about helping children improve mobility, maximize independence, and achieve meaningful developmental milestones
- You enjoy partnering with families to create individualized treatment plans that support each child's unique strengths and goals
- Strong communication skills allow you to build trusting relationships with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams
- You approach challenges with critical thinking, sound clinical judgment, and adaptability
- You value collaboration and enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to exceptional pediatric care
- You are committed to lifelong learning and continuously expanding your clinical knowledge and skills
- You thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment where patient needs and priorities may evolve throughout the day
To be considered for this Physical Therapist opportunity:- Bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- New Jersey Physical Therapy license or eligibility to obtain a New Jersey Physical Therapy license
- Pediatric clinical affiliation preferred
- Current American Heart Association BLS Provider certification required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated sound clinical judgment, initiative, and commitment to professional growth
- Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and interdisciplinary care teams while providing compassionate, high-quality pediatric rehabilitation services
- Physical stamina necessary for lifting and therapeutic handling of pediatric patients
