Physical Therapist Per Diem

OverviewWho We ArePatient focused, community oriented, conveniently located and equipped with technology that rivals the nation''s most prestigious healthcare systems, Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center offers a comprehensive and growing array of services delivered by caring and highly skilled medical professionals. We''re proud of the therapeutic and administrative upgrades we have made. Mountainside Medical Center has been serving Montclair and its surrounding New Jersey communities since 1891. The physicians, nurses and volunteers who are a part of the Mountainside family are your friends and neighbors. We''re your community, your hospital and team, working hard for you.Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center is proud to continue to provide world-class health care services in a community setting. Our 365 bed medical center has successfully transitioned from a stand-alone facility to being part of Hackensack Meridian Health, the most comprehensive and truly integrated network in New Jersey. Mountainside is a joint venture between Hackensack Meridian Health and Ardent Health Services, one of the country''s leading private hospital management companies.We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Physical Therapist to join the Mountainside Team!What We OfferCompetitive payMedical, dental, and vision insurance401k with Company matchCompany paid basic life insurance and long term disability coverageGenerous paid time off, including an additional extended illness bank6 Paid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementAdvancement and career development opportunitiesHackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. ResponsibilitiesWhat You''ll DoThe Physical Therapist will be responsible for collaborating with physicians, nurses, other therapists, social workers, and other members of the patient care team to develop a patient specific care and treatment plan.The successful candidate will be able to:Determine appropriateness of prescribed therapies and goals for identified pathophysiological state.Document treatment, test procedures, patient response, and results of such as required by hospital and department policyReview and evaluate physician''s referral (prescription) along with patient''s medical record to determine physical therapy treatment requiredPerform patient tests, measurements and evaluationsAdminister therapeutic exercises to improve or maintain muscle functionInstruct, motivate and assist patients in exercisesAdminister treatments involving application of physical agentsApply manual therapyAdminister traction to relieve neck and back pain using intermittent and static traction equipmentProvide supervision and evaluation of physical therapist assistantsPerform any and all other duties assigned QualificationsWhat You''ll BringSuccessful completion of a physical therapy program at a school of physical therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Council on Medical EducationNew grads are welcome!Current and Valid New Jersey Physical Therapy License requiredCurrent and Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification requiredStrong communication skills both written and verbalCustomer/patient centric attitude and behavior a must

Created: 2025-11-15