Physical Therapist (Per Diem)
About The Position
The Shores, a UMC Community, is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist in Ocean City, New Jersey. The position serves residents of a senior living campus offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation. Patients may be recovering from a hospital stay or working to rebuild strength and maintain independence as long-term residents. The Physical Therapist assesses residents, develops individualized therapy plans, provides skilled therapy to improve strength, balance, movement, function, and daily independence, and documents evaluations, treatment sessions, and progress. The therapist works with nurses, caregivers, residents, families, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and communicate progress. Services must comply with professional standards, facility guidelines, and applicable New Jersey regulations. This per diem role pays $60 per hour and offers flexible daytime scheduling for up to 40 hours per week based on availability, with weekend shifts available but optional. The employer describes the work environment as supportive and team-focused and offers streamlined onboarding and orientation. A negative pre-employment drug screening and background check are required. A flu vaccination is required to protect residents, with medical and religious exemptions considered.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
- Active New Jersey physical therapist license.
- Prior experience treating adults in a sub-acute and/or home care setting.
- Must be able to produce a negative drug test.
- Must complete a required background check.
- Flu vaccination is required; medical and religious exemptions are considered.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Net Health Therapy documentation software.
Responsibilities
- Assess residents and develop personalized therapy plans that support mobility, function, and quality of life.
- Deliver skilled therapy services focused on improving strength, balance, movement, and daily independence.
- Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, and resident progress.
- Coordinate resident care with nurses, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Share updates about goals and progress with residents, families, and care team members as appropriate.
- Practice in accordance with professional standards, facility guidelines, and applicable New Jersey regulations for physical therapy services.
Benefits
- $60 per hour.
- Flexible daytime schedule with optional weekend hours.
- Supportive, team-focused work environment.
- Streamlined onboarding and orientation.
- Consistent hours with work-life balance flexibility.
