Physical Therapist II: Serial Casting, Full Time Days, MMC Goryeb Children's Hospital
Company: Atlantic Health System
Location: Morristown
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Atlantic Health is looking for a Full Time Physical
Therapist II with Serial Casting experience at Morristown Medical
Center’s Goryeb Children’s Hospital located in beautiful
Morristown, NJ. As a Physical Therapist II for Atlantic Health,
your primary responsibility is to provide your serial casting
knowledge and skills to provide effective therapy to our pediatric
population. The responsibilities include assessment, treatment
planning, and therapeutic interventions in accordance with the
position's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical
standards. This role requires a passion for fostering the growth
and development of medically complex children and working with a
highly collaborative team. Our therapeutic team consists of Team
Members who work collaboratively and embody core values of
delivering the top-rated patient-centered care. Mornings are the
most exciting part of the day, as we perform evaluations on new
patients. This time is especially enjoyable as it provides the
opportunity to meet the families of these very special patients.
Many of the families are excited and especially relieved that their
child is eligible for this non-invasive alternative! The therapists
in this department typically see 5-7 patients per day, who usually
complete a series of 6-8 weekly casts, with each visit starting by
gait observation, stretching, and measuring progress. The team then
works to create a new cast for the upcoming week to promote greater
range of motion and mobility. Since the families come to the clinic
every week, the rapport between the family is truly special. Our
therapists are fully present for our patients and their families on
their good days and bad and strive to be the most positive part of
their day. We have an exceptional management team that highly
values our Team Members and a multi-award winning company culture
that fosters professional growth, teamwork, and career longevity.
We have state-of-the-art equipment, reasonable schedule
expectations, a robust salary, and a culture of work-life
alignment. Principal Accountabilities: 1. Performs initial
examinations and differential diagnosis. 2. Provides and prescribes
plans of care consisting of corrective therapeutic exercise. 3.
Performs manual treatments consisting of soft tissue techniques,
joint mobilizations, and many more. 4. Supervises and interacts
with support staff and maintain proper documentation. 5. Evaluates
and establishes a plan of care and treats patients accordingly. 6.
Documents patient care and charges appropriately, and documents the
course of patient care, including progress made and the ongoing
need for treatment. 7. Works with other professionals in an
effective manner 8. Provides clinically appropriate therapeutic
interventions. 9. Evaluates patient response to treatment and
provides feedback to the interdisciplinary team. 10. Performs other
related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Doctorate in
Physical Therapy from an accredited institution required. New
Jersey Physical Therapy License required. Experience: Preference
given to those who have 1-3 years of pediatric experience. Strong
preference given to those who have experience in Serial Casting.
Bilingual - Spanish preferred Other skills and qualities: Ability
to work independently Strong interpersonal communication skills,
both verbal and written Patient, compassionate nature Ability to
operate as part of a multidisciplinary team Proficiency in
computer-based data management programs and information systems BLS
required
Keywords: Atlantic Health System, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township , Physical Therapist II: Serial Casting, Full Time Days, MMC Goryeb Children's Hospital, Healthcare , Morristown, New Jersey