Physical Therapist

ACTIVE LIFE PHYSICAL THERAPY; Delawanna (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Training & development

Job summary

Active Life Physical Therapy in Clifton, NJ is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join our growing team. You will evaluate patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions, develop individualized plans, and provide evidence-based PT interventions to help patients move better and live their ACTIVE LIFE.

We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a diverse patient population. Strong communication and teamwork are essential to success in this role.

Qualifications

• Current and valid New Jersey Physical Therapist license.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Strong clinical evaluation and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to complete accurate clinical documentation.
• Basic computer skills and EMR familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on patient needs and goals.
• Provide skilled, evidence-based PT interventions.
• Improve strength, mobility, balance, and functional independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise and safety.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

New Jersey Licensed PT

Patient-centered care

Strong communication

Team player

Documentation skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Tools

EMR familiarity

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)


• Employee discounts


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Competitive salary


• Free uniforms


• Training & development

Physical Therapist (PT) – Come Join Our Active Life Team!

Active Life Physical Therapy – Clifton, NJ

Are you a Physical Therapist who loves helping people move better, feel stronger, stay independent, and get back to doing the things they love?

At Active Life Physical Therapy, our goal is simple:

Help our patients live their most ACTIVE LIFE!

We are looking for a compassionate, and dependable New Jersey Licensed Physical Therapist to join our growing team in Clifton, NJ.

Why You'll Enjoy Working With Us

• Competitive Compensation


• Great Work Environment


• Supportive and Collaborative Team


• Career Advancement Opportunities


• Opportunity for Professional Growth


• Diverse Patient Population


• Friendly and Positive Clinic Atmosphere


• A team that really enjoys working together!

We believe great patient care starts with a team that feels supported, respected, and appreciated.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Physical Therapist at Active Life Physical Therapy, you'll have the opportunity to work with patients with a variety of orthopedic, neurological, balance, gait, and functional mobility conditions.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Performing comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations


• Developing individualized plans of care based on each patient's needs, functional limitations, and goals


• Providing skilled, evidence-based physical therapy interventions


• Helping patients improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, coordination, and functional independence


• Providing therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, gait and balance training, functional training, and other appropriate PT interventions


• Monitoring patient progress and modifying treatment plans when clinically indicated


• Establishing measurable short-term and long-term functional goals


• Training patients in the safe use of assistive devices such as walkers, canes, and wheelchairs


• Educating patients and caregivers regarding home exercise programs, body mechanics, fall prevention, safety, and injury prevention


• Completing accurate and timely evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, re-evaluations, and discharge documentation


• Communicating and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care


• Supervising Physical Therapist Assistants and support personnel as permitted by New Jersey regulations and applicable payer requirements


• Maintaining patient confidentiality and following HIPAA and applicable federal and state regulations


• Helping maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment

And, of course…

Encourage your patients, celebrate their progress, and help make therapy something they actually look forward to!

What We’re Looking For

REQUIRED:

• Current and valid Physical Therapist (PT) license in the State of New Jersey

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program


• Strong clinical evaluation and treatment skills


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care


• Ability to work independently while also being a great team player


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Ability to complete accurate and timely clinical documentation


• Basic computer skills and familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)


• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment in a busy outpatient environment


• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred

Recently graduated and ready to start your PT career?

We welcome New Jersey-licensed new graduates!

We're looking for someone who is eager to learn, willing to ask questions, and excited to grow as a clinician.

Experience is valuable - but so are enthusiasm, compassion, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

The Kind of PT We’re Looking For

You might be a great fit if you are someone who:

• Genuinely enjoys working with patients


• Celebrates the little victories as much as the big ones


• Can motivate a patient who's having a difficult day


• Believes older adults can continue getting stronger


• Enjoys treating balance, gait, orthopedic, neurological, and functional mobility problems


• Values teamwork


• Takes pride in good documentation and quality patient care


• Brings positive energy to the clinic

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who remembers that behind every diagnosis is a person who wants to get back to living their life.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re looking for a workplace where you can grow professionally, enjoy your coworkers, build relationships with your patients, and make a meaningful difference every day,

Come help our patients move better, feel stronger, stay independent, and live their most ACTIVE LIFE!

Active Life Physical Therapy

Clifton, New Jersey

NJ Physical Therapist License Required