Physical Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in New Jersey post a median of $57.68 an hour, the middle half $52.50–$72.75, across 160 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in New Jersey earn a median of $53.91 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Licensed in another state?
New Jersey issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a New Jersey license, $85 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a New Jersey license, apply to the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for a license by endorsement ($125, by its own page): what New Jersey asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What New Jersey requires of a physical therapist
Physical therapist license, from the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
- A license by reciprocity requires a completed application and fee, consent to a criminal history record background check (FBI and New Jersey State Police), a current license in good standing from a state with substantially equivalent requirements, at least one year of licensed practice within the five years before applying, the online jurisprudence assessment module, and a New Jersey agent for service of process if the applicant has no New Jersey residence or office.
- Staying active: Licenses are renewed every two years, with at least 30 credits of continuing education and competency in each biennial period, including four credits of jurisprudence and professional ethics.
Physical therapist jobs and requirements in New Jersey · Every state's rule
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About the job
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Evaluation & Diagnosis: Review medical histories, listen to patient concerns, and conduct tests to determine functional limitations.
- Treatment Planning: Develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to meet specific patient goals.
- Direct Care: Administer treatments including therapeutic exercises, stretching, manual therapy (massage/joint mobilization), and physical agents like ultrasound or electrical stimulation.
- Patient Education: Instruct patients and families on exercises for home use, safety techniques, and what to expect during recovery.
- Progress Monitoring: Evaluate patient progress, adjust care plans, and discharge patients when goals are met.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records (electronic medical records) and billing.
- Supervision: Oversee physical therapy assistants (PTAs) and aides.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Education: A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
- License: State-issued licensure (passing the National Physical Therapy Examination).
- Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, physical stamina to move patients/equipment, and keen analytical skills for assessing movement.
- Environment: Clinics, hospitals, home health care, nursing homes, or sports/fitness facilities.
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From Shore Pointe Care Center's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Shore Pointe Care Center
Shore Pointe Care Center is a 178 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Shore Pointe Care Center)-bed nursing home in Eatontown, NJ, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Shore Pointe Care Center
Based in Eatontown, NJHires in New JerseyPay on its listings: 12.5% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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