Physical Therapist

Kessler Rehabilitation Center; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Student debt benefit program

Annual bonus plan

Generous PTO

401(k) matching

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Kessler Rehabilitation Center in West Orange, NJ seeks a Physical Therapist specializing in neuro-based outpatient care. The role supports evaluations, progression of individualized plans, and patient education, with a Monday–Friday full-time schedule and a competitive salary.

Candidates should be licensed in New Jersey, graduate from an APTA-accredited PT program, and preferably have outpatient orthopedics experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited PT program.
• New Jersey license required to practice.
• Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred; entry level acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Progresses treatment plans based on patient response and goals.
• Provides education to patients and caregivers.
• Engages in departmental initiatives and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Maintains professional growth and contributes to service quality.
• Must be a graduate of an APTA-accredited PT program.
• Valid New Jersey State PT License/Registration REQUIRED to start.
• Prior outpatient orthopedics experience preferred; entry level acceptable.

Skills

Outpatient care

Neuro rehabilitation

Patient education

Communication skills

Education

DPT or equivalent

Job description

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Position: Physical Therapist - Neuro based outpatient setting

Location: 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ

Schedule: Monday-Friday full-time 40 hours weekly 07052

Compensation: $86,000-$110,000 annually depending on years of experience

• up to a $15,000 sign on bonus**
  
  

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Position: Physical Therapist - Neuro based outpatient setting

Location: 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ

Schedule: Monday-Friday full-time 40 hours weekly 07052

Compensation: $86,000-$110,000 annually depending on years of experience

• up to a $15,000 sign on bonus**
  
  

Incentive: Student Debt Benefit Program and annual bonus plan

At Kessler, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist.

Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
• Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
• Advance your Career: We offer specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
  
  

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.
• 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