Physical Therapist I: Full Time Days, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center

Job description

Atlantic Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate full time Physical Therapist to join our award-winning team at Overlook Medical Center's inpatient Rehab Department. We are seeking candidates who have an interest in orthopedic, neurological, and cardiopulmonary populations and prefer candidates who have acute care/inpatient experience.
We are proud to offer a collaborative environment rooted in our core values: patient-centered care, professional respect, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Here you will not just find a job, you will find a place where your clinical expertise is valued, your voice matters, and your growth is supported. We have a culture-first environment: Recognized for our outstanding workplace culture and supportive leadership. We will invest in your development: Continuing education support to help you stay ahead of best practices. We offer flexibility and strong interdisciplinary collaboration. Our compensation & benefits offers a competitive salary, robust benefits package, and real pathways to career longevity.
The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning, and administering physical therapy treatments in the acute care setting to help patients recover from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions. The goal is to improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
Also,
• Evaluate patients’ physical conditions and medical histories.
• Conduct thorough chart reviews .
• Diagnose movement dysfunction and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities (e.g., ultrasound, electrical stimulation).
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, recovery expectations, and home exercises.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Recommend discharge disposition.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides and support staff as needed.
• Other duties as needed/required.

Required:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program. Initiated in 2016; prior to 2016 Masters of Physical Therapy required.
Current New Jersey PT license
BLS certification
Preferred:
Acute care experience preferred but not required.