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Physical Therapist Senior
Req #: 0000267262
Category: Physical Therapy
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Physical Therapy
Pay Range: $109,100.00 - $126,100.00 per year
Location:
One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Title: Physical Therapist Senior
Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick
Department Name: Physical Therapy
Req #: 0000267262
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $109,100.00 - $126,100.00 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.
Physical Therapist Senior - RWJBarnabas Health
At RWJBarnabas Health, the Physical Therapist Senior plays a critical role in providing high-quality rehabilitation care to patients in the acute care setting. Working with a high level of clinical expertise and independence, they evaluate and treat patients across a wide range of hospital services while supporting safe mobility, functional recovery, and optimal patient outcomes. In addition to direct patient care, the Physical Therapist Senior contributes to departmental leadership, daily operations, staff management, and performance improvement initiatives.
A typical day for a Physical Therapist Senior may include:
- Evaluates patients in the acute care setting and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, functional status, and patient goals
- Provides physical therapy interventions to patients across nursing units, including orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, cardiac, critical care, trauma, general medicine, telemetry, the emergency department, and pediatrics
- Assesses patients' mobility, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, and functional abilities to determine appropriate treatment and discharge recommendations
- Provides therapeutic interventions designed to improve mobility, strength, functional independence, and overall quality of life
- Educates patients and families regarding treatment plans, mobility strategies, safety precautions, and recommendations for continued care
- Collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care and support optimal outcomes
- Completes timely, accurate, and comprehensive clinical documentation in accordance with departmental and hospital standards
- Supports the daily operations of the Physical Therapy department, including staff scheduling and coordination of departmental activities
- Participates in department and hospital meetings and contributes to initiatives that promote quality, safety, and operational excellence
- Provides leadership and support to Physical Therapy staff, helping to promote clinical excellence, teamwork, and adherence to departmental standards
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives and identifies opportunities to enhance patient care, department processes, and overall service delivery
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, staff, and interdisciplinary partners while serving as a clinical and departmental resource
This role might be for you if:
- Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues • Clinical expertise, sound judgment, and attention to detail guide your approach to patient care
- You remain calm, adaptable, and organized while managing the needs of a fast-paced acute care environment
- Patient safety, functional recovery, and delivering high-quality rehabilitation care are your top priorities
- You enjoy working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams
- You are comfortable taking on leadership responsibilities and supporting the daily operations of a clinical department
- Strong teamwork, communication, and documentation are central to your professional approach
- Continuous learning, performance improvement, and professional growth motivate you
- You enjoy mentoring and supporting colleagues while contributing to a positive and collaborative department culture
To be considered for this Physical Therapist Senior opportunity:
- Graduate of an accredited program in Physical Therapy at the baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate level required
- Must hold an active New Jersey Physical Therapist license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required
- Minimum of three years of acute care Physical Therapy experience required
- Leadership and supervisory experience preferred
- Active membership in a professional organization is encouraged but not required
- Must be available to work a full-time, day schedule of 40 hours per week, including rotating weekends and holidays
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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