Physical Therapist

Kessler Rehabilitation Center; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in orthopedic physical therapy is looking for a Physical Therapist in Jersey City, NJ. This role involves performing comprehensive evaluations, developing treatment plans, and providing education to patients. An attractive salary range along with significant benefits like a sign-on bonus and ongoing professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Student loan assistance program

Profit Sharing Incentive

Excellent structured onboarding and mentorship programs

Free internal CEU courses

Refer a Friend bonus program

Qualifications

• Must have a valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy License.
• Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred; entry level/New Grad acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans based on comprehensive evaluations.
• Educate patients and caregivers for understanding and discharge planning.
• Collaborate effectively with rehab team members.

Skills

Patient Education

Communication

Evaluation Skills

Professional Development

Education

Graduation from an APTA accredited school of physical therapy

Job description

Location : 2854 Kennedy Blvd Jersey City, NJ

Status : Full-Time 40 hours weekly

Pay Range : $82,000-$110,000 depending on years of experience

• 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
• 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.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services, and design of program delivery.

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

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Physical Therapist • Jersey City, NJ, United States