Physical Therapist

SSM Health; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their dynamic team in Clifton, NJ. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, along with a generous sign-on bonus. As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive evaluations and creating tailored treatment plans for patients. You will also play a vital role in educating patients and their families, ensuring they understand their care. With a strong focus on professional development, this organization provides extensive mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and a supportive environment to enhance your career. Join a workplace recognized as one of New Jersey's best and make a meaningful impact in the lives of your patients.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Competitive Salary Rates

Student Loan Assistance

Profit Sharing Incentive

Tuition Reimbursement

Endless CEU Courses

Structured On-boarding

Mentorship Programs

Joint Commission Accredited

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA accredited program in physical therapy.
• Valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers effectively for discharge planning.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and communicate with rehab team.

Skills

Patient Education

Comprehensive Evaluations

Individualized Treatment Plans

Effective Communication

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

APTA Accredited School Graduate

Job description

Overview

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Outpatient

Position: Full-Time Physical Therapist

Location: Clifton, NJ

** Up to a $10,000 sign on bonus **

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
  • APTA Board Certified Orthopedic Residency Program
  • Clinical Career Ladder
  • Excellent structured on-boarding 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

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Physical Therapist (PT):

• Performs comprehensive evaluations, develops and appropriately progresses individualized treatment plans.
• Provides thorough education to patients and caregivers in a manner they can understand, and plans appropriately for discharge when medical necessity no longer indicates skilled therapeutic care.
• Participates in departmental initiatives and demonstrates effective communication with all rehab team members.
• Facilitates professional growth, development and overall improvement of departmental performance.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy.
• Valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy License/ Registration REQUIRED to start.
• Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred; entry level/New Grad acceptable