Pays $46.64 Hourly — Physical Therapist market median is ~$130k (10 jobs) · Above average in Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) for work-life (6.4/10, vs 471 in this specialty)
Pediatric Physical Therapist I (Part-Time)
About the Role
Part-time pediatric PT role in Hackensack, NJ. $46.64/hr. Work with kids. 0-2 years experience welcome. Full benefits for 20+ hours. No call. No weekends. No nights.
Join Hackensack Meridian Health as a Pediatric Physical Therapist I – Part-Time in Hackensack, New Jersey, United States. Overview 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs all functions associated with the execution of therapeutic treatment for all age groups within the department`s responsibility.
- Completes all documentation required within the regarded timeline according to department.
- Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.
Requirements
- Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Graduation from an accredited physical therapy school.
- Minimum of 0 -2 years` experience.
- A strong pediatric clinical affiliation will also be considered.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $46.64/hr
Work Schedule
- Part-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Hackensack Meridian Health as a Pediatric Physical Therapist I – Part-Time.
Licensure & Certifications
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited physical therapy school and hold a valid Physical Therapist License and BLS AHA certification. While 0-2 years of experience is required, previous pediatric experience in medical or school settings is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Physical Therapist I (Part-Time) at Hackensack Meridian Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) — ranked against 471 active Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
In New Jersey, Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$96k across 13 listings, vs ~$100k nationally (819 listings).
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
New Jersey's cost-of-living index is 128.0 (US average = 100) — New Jersey ranks #12 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.4/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist roles.
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