Float Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

SSM Health; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading outpatient orthopedic provider as a Float Physical Therapist Assistant. This dynamic role allows you to travel throughout Bergen County, providing essential patient care and support under the guidance of licensed therapists. Enjoy competitive salaries, generous PTO, and a robust benefits package including a sign-on bonus and student loan assistance. This innovative firm values professional growth with structured onboarding, mentorship programs, and endless CEU opportunities. If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a fulfilling career, this position offers a supportive environment to thrive.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Student Loan Assistance

Profit Sharing Incentive

Clinical Career Ladder

Generous PTO

Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Vision, and Dental Plans

401(k) Matching

Qualifications

• Valid NJ State PTA License required.
• Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Implements high-quality therapy services with minimal supervision.

Skills

Patient Care

Physical Therapy Techniques

Communication Skills

Education

Valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy Assistant License

Experience in Outpatient Orthopedics

Job description

Overview

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

OUTPATIENT

Position: Float Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

** We offer a float differential in pay and gas mileage for this role **

Status: Full-Time

** Up to a $12,000 sign-on bonus **

Location: MUST be open to travel throughout Bergen County!

** Work alongside our leadership team **

Kessler Rehabilitation Center is the largest outpatient orthopedic PT/OT provider in New Jersey. Additional benefits include:

• NEW competitive clinical salary rates
• NEW student loan assistance program
• Profit Sharing Incentive
• Clinical Career Ladder
• Excellent structured onboarding and mentorship programs
• Endless free internal CEU courses and external CEU funds replenished annually
• Refer a Friend bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Strong compliance values
• Joint Commission accredited
• Journal Clubs, Special Study Groups, Special Interest Groups, Monthly WebEx in-service presentations, Clinical Manager Leadership Academy, Kessler Supported Certification in Manual Therapy
• Voted one of NJ's Best Places to Work and a Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work
• National Networking and relocation options always available

At Kessler Rehabilitation Center we offer our employees:

• Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Company matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection

Responsibilities

The Regional Support Position is a clinical float position which affords the selected staff member to report directly to the local Regional Director, will be part of the regional center manager team and will have a defined number of centers. This position will include a separate salary scale specific to the position and additional job duties and responsibilities.

• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
• Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.
• Implements, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures.
• Develops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care.
• Maintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff.

Additional:

• Will have a defined number of centers to support within a geographic region for continuity of care
• Will have a defined schedule
• Reimbursed for mileage over and above home center
• Eligible for career ladder advancements

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy Assistant License
• Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.