Per Diem Physical Therapist / PTA

Spineandsportsmed; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

SportsMed Physical Therapy is seeking Per‑Diem Physical Therapists and PTAs to cover multiple SportsMed locations in Essex County. This role supports outpatient orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, with growth opportunities for clinicians in a collaborative, patient‑centered practice.

Eligible candidates hold a New Jersey Physical Therapist License or PTA license. New grads welcome; strong communication and computer literacy are required to deliver high‑quality care.

Qualifications

• New Jersey Physical Therapist License required or PTA license.
• New grads welcome to apply.
• Strong computer literacy and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients with physician referrals or direct access.

Responsibilities

• Accurately evaluate, diagnose and treat patients across locations.
• Develop rehabilitation goals and treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintain clear communication with chiropractors, acupuncturists and other therapists.
• Complete notes thoroughly and promptly to support collaborative care.
• Participate in clinic meetings and contribute to improving workflow.

Skills

Computer literacy

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical evaluation

Education

New Jersey Physical Therapist License

PTA license

Job description

SportsMed Physical Therapy is seeking Per-Diem Physical Therapists and PTAs to handle coverage at multiple SportsMed locations in Essex County

SportsMed Physical Therapy is a leading outpatient physical therapy practice in the Northeast. We are a multidisciplinary practice, which allows us to provide high-quality comprehensive care for all patients that we treat. Our facilities feature state of the art equipment for the effective treatment of a variety of orthopedic and sports related injuries.

With our continued expansion, we are able to offer tremendous growth opportunities for our clinical staff. Our company’s mission is to provide compassionate, collaborative, and convenient care and our great clinicians allow us to continuously live up to this statement. Whether you are a new grad or an experienced Physical Therapist, SportsMed Physical Therapy is the place for you!

Check out our website at: http://spineandsportsmed.com/

• New Jersey Physical Therapist License or PTA License
• New Grads and Experienced Physical Therapists are Welcome!
• Computer Literacy
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Accurately evaluate, diagnose and treat patients, both physician referrals and direct access.
• Assess each patient and develop appropriate rehabilitation goals.
• Maintain high levels of communication with other service providers such as Chiropractors, Acupuncturists, and Occupational Therapists to ensure quality patient care.
• Complete notes thoroughly and within a timely manner to ensure that collaborative care is maintained between other therapists.
• Work towards the advancement of the clinic by maintaining clinical excellence through various CEUs.
• Participate in monthly meetings led by the Clinic Director and Office Manager to identify challenges within the clinic to address and improve clinic flow.
• Attend company-wide meetings to discuss various company initiatives to continuously improve clinical excellence and patient care.
• Orthopedics
• Geriatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
• Sports Medicine
• Neurology
• Vestibular
• Manual Therapy