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Capital Health (US)
Hopewell, New Jersey

Physical Therapist Part Time Hopewell

Physical TherapistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$42.65-$55.73/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology.

Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care.

Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e. g., part-time).

Pay Range

$42.65 - $55.73

Scheduled Weekly Hours

30

Position Overview

Gathers and synthesizes data from patient and family, patient records, direct observation, and other healthcare providers.

  • Uses appropriate and thorough evaluation techniques and standardized testing as needed.
  • Works within the Scope of Services policy for Physical Therapy.

Develops treatment plans and establishes measurable goals for patients. Implements treatment plan utilizing appropriate treatment procedures, modalities, exercise programs, and manual techniques.

Instructs patients, families, and other caregivers in therapies and activities to improve the patient's level of function, facilitate discharge, and maximize carryover of home instructions.

Coordinates care with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other CH interdisciplinary team members. Coordinates with healthcare providers and others outside of CHS when needed, including effective communication and advocacy for patients.

Ensures documentation is timely, including submission of attendance/charging records ("billing sheets"). Ensures documentation is complete and effective in communicating all essential aspects of care, including evaluation, care, attendance, and discharge of the patient.

Ensures documentation of time spent with patient is accurate and clear, and statistical data such as charging, is accurate and documentation of a patient encounter includes date and time. Ensures documentation of data, questionnaires and surveys measuring patient outcomes is complete, when required.

Participates in educational opportunities and self-directed learning. Participates in clinical education program for PT and PTA students.

Participates in committees, special projects, performance improvement (PI) activities, and presentations to community, including occasional participation in events outside of work hours as needed.

Takes responsibility for problems or issues related to patient care or department operations. Attempts to understand various points of view, employs positive problem solving techniques and works toward full resolution.

Maintains continuous contact with referring providers to collaborate, makes recommendations regarding further therapy needs, further diagnostic testing and additional professional services such as nutritional consult, psychosocial support as needed.

If working in pelvic floor, continues to develop skills to address the physical and psychosocial aspects of care (including diversity, equity, and inclusion) for patients undergoing gender reassignment.

If working in pelvic floor, provides services for both biologically male and female patients with pelvic floor disorders, including urogenital disorders, anorectal disorders, painful syndromes, incontinence issues, sensory strength, and coordination impairments and dysfunction of the pelvic floor.

Demonstrates willingness to adapt to changing departmental demands. Shifts among campuses to fulfill patient needs, as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Graduation from accredited physical therapy school or education approved by NJ State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Experience

One year experience in acute adult inpatient, adult outpatient, or pediatric physical therapy preferred. If working in pelvic floor, previous experience with Phase I and Phase II pelvic floor care preferred.

Other Credentials

AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Physical Therapist License

Knowledge and Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong attention to detail. Knowledge of and ability to use computer or typewriter keyboard.

Special Training: If working in pelvic floor, Herman and Wallace level 1A training or equivalent. Herman and Wallace level 2A or equivalent. Training in the physical and psychosocial aspects associated with transgender issues preferred.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills and compassionate demeanor. If working in pelvic floor, competence in managing complex pelvic floor conditions and psychosocial aspects associated with pelvic floor disorders.

Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Frequent physical demands include: Standing, Walking, Pinching/fine motor activities
  • Occasional physical demands include: Sitting, Climbing (e. g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Wrist position deviation, Keyboard use/repetitive motion
  • Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 20 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 50 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Dust/Particulate Matter.

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This Position Is Eligible for the Following Benefits

Medical Plan

Prescription Drug Coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

Dental Plan

  • Vision Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Healthcare FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA

Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

  • Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter Transit
  • Commuter Parking
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Spouse
  • Voluntary Life Employee
  • Voluntary Life Child

Voluntary Legal Services

  • Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
  • Voluntary Pet Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist will evaluate patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and implement therapeutic interventions to improve patient function. They will also coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members and maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited physical therapy school and hold a valid Physical Therapist license. One year of experience in acute adult or pediatric physical therapy is preferred, along with AHA BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningInterdisciplinary collaborationPelvic floor therapyPatient advocacy

Physical Therapist Career Context

In New Jersey, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (489 salary observations; 1,663 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,785 salary observations; 62,466 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$102k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in New Jersey?
MeasureThis jobMarket
New Jersey vs national$99k median in New Jersey$94k nationally (+6%)489 state / 11,785 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$94k in purchasing powerNew Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in New Jersey684 active21,524 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 25% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew Jersey Physical Therapist listings: 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 16% offer loan repayment733 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,750 in the last 30 days4,154 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,566 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Capital Health (US)

Hospitals and Health Care
Trenton, New Jersey
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Plan
Prescription drug coverage
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Basic Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance

Living in Hopewell

Median resident rent
$1,856/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.