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SOUTHERN OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER

Physical Therapist - Full Time

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What they do

A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.

$92,123 / year median in New Jersey

+8% projected growth

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Job 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 evaluates, plans and implements a goal oriented Physical Therapy treatment program that focuses on restoring function and preventing further disability as a result of trauma, disease, amputation, congenital defects, surgery and other debilitating illness.
Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Graduate of an APTA accredited program or equivalent. Standing, walking and/or continuously moving around Kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling or working in other unusual physical positions Climbing (including ladders, stepping stools, and/or stairs) or balancing Stretching and/or reaching to retrieve/replace object Pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying heavy objects (20 lbs. or more) without aid of physical devices Dexterity and eye-hand coordination to perform activities which involve holding, positioning, manipulating, typing (keyboarding or data entry), etc. Visual ability to monitor instruments and computers, distinguish characters (letters, numbers, etc.) recognize colors, observe physical characteristics, etc. Hearing ability to recognize sounds, sound patterns and/or other auditory stimuli Physical ability to react/respond quickly in emergencies, including life threatening situations Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Physical Therapist License. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!