Float Physical Therapist Assistant — Sign-On Bonus + Growth

Select Medical; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship & orientation

Student debt benefit

Generous PTO

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Internal movement

Job summary

Select Medical’s Kessler Rehabilitation Center seeks a Float Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support patient care in Hudson County, NJ. The role ensures supervision by a licensed PT, assists in treatment plans, and delivers high-quality PT services across facilities.

The position is full-time with a $34–$44 hourly rate, a float differential, and a sign-on bonus up to $5,000. Mentorship, debt relief, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid state license, registration or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant upon graduation from an approved PTA curriculum; CAPTE national exam completed.
• State license or certification must be valid in the state of practice.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist as required by state practice acts.
• Assist the physical therapist in implementing prescribed treatment programs.
• Deliver high-quality PT services with minimal supervision following Select Medical policies.
• Develop treatment plans, supervise assistants, and contribute to case management.
• Maintain positive interactions with facilities and clients and expand patient relations.

Skills

PTA license

CPR certification

State license

Education

Approved PTA curriculum

Job description

Select Medical’s Kessler Rehabilitation Center seeks a Float Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support patient care in Hudson County, NJ. The role ensures supervision by a licensed PT, assists in treatment plans, and delivers high-quality PT services across facilities.

The position is full-time with a $34–$44 hourly rate, a float differential, and a sign-on bonus up to $5,000. Mentorship, debt relief, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement are offered.