Physical Therapist

Protouch Staffing; Wayne (NJ); Remote; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Protouch Staffing is seeking Physical Therapists to provide home-based outpatient therapy in Wayne, NJ and surrounding areas, focusing on older adults to improve mobility and independence. You will evaluate, plan, and implement treatment in patients' homes and assisted living communities.

The role emphasizes balance and strength training, caregiver education, and coordination with other healthcare professionals. New graduates are welcome and will receive onboarding and mentorship.

Qualifications

• DPT or MPT degree required.
• Active New Jersey PT license required before patient care.
• Driver's license and transportation to travel between homes and facilities.
• Ability to work independently with a flexible daily schedule.
• Home care or Medicare Part B experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PT evaluations and provide treatment in patients' homes and assisted living communities.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on assessments and goals.
• Treat balance deficits, fall risks, weakness, and reduced mobility.
• Provide rehab for post-hospitalization, surgery, and orthopedic conditions.
• Treat neurological conditions including Parkinson's disease and stroke.
• Implement therapeutic exercises to improve strength, balance, and independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on fall prevention and home exercise programs.
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, and progress per Medicare Part B rules.
• Coordinate care with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Manage visits and clinical responsibilities independently while upholding quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Clinical assessment

Patient-care skills

Independent work

Flexibility

Travel between sites

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)

Tools

Medicare Part B documentation

Job description

Job Title: Physical Therapist (PT) - Home-Based Outpatient Therapy

Location: Wayne, NJ, and surrounding areas

Position Type: Full-Time (Priority) | Part-Time

New graduates are welcome to apply

Position Overview

We are seeking dedicated Physical Therapists (PTs) to provide outpatient physical therapy services in patients' homes and assisted living communities. The role primarily serves older adults who need rehabilitation to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.

The immediate hiring priority is Wayne and the surrounding Passaic County area, followed by West Milford and communities throughout Essex and Morris Counties.

This opportunity is ideal for Physical Therapists who value a flexible schedule, independent field-based work, and a geographically focused caseload. New graduates are welcome and will receive structured onboarding and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy evaluations and provide treatment in patients' homes and assisted living communities.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on patient assessments, functional limitations, and rehabilitation goals.
• Treat patients with balance deficits, fall risks, generalized weakness, and reduced mobility.
• Provide rehabilitation for patients recovering from hospitalization, surgery, joint replacements, and other orthopedic conditions.
• Treat patients with neurological conditions, including Parkinson's disease and stroke.
• Implement therapeutic exercises and interventions to improve strength, balance, coordination, mobility, and independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on fall prevention, safe mobility, and home exercise programs.
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, and patient progress in accordance with Medicare Part B outpatient therapy requirements.
• Coordinate care with physicians, families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Manage patient visits and clinical responsibilities independently while maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree.
• Active New Jersey Physical Therapist license required before providing patient care.
• Candidates currently obtaining their New Jersey PT license may be considered, provided they obtain the required license before starting patient care.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation.
• Ability to travel between patients' homes and assisted living communities.
• Strong communication, clinical assessment, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible daily schedule.
• Home care or Medicare Part B experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in home care or home-based outpatient physical therapy.
• Experience treating geriatric or older adult patients.
• Familiarity with Medicare Part B outpatient therapy documentation.
• Current CPR certification.

Benefits - Full-Time Employees

• Health Insurance: Available after three months, with the employer covering 78% of the employee-only premium.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: 4% company match after one year.
• Paid Time Off: 10 vacation days and 5 sick days, available from day one.
• Paid Holidays: 7 holidays.
• Therapy Equipment: Provided by the employer.
• Technology: Laptop or tablet provided.