Physical Therapist

SSM Health; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading outpatient rehabilitation provider in New Jersey as a Full-Time Physical Therapist. This role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive environment focused on patient recovery and professional growth. With a commitment to quality care, the center provides resources for continuous learning and development, including mentorship programs and tuition reimbursement. As part of a team that values compliance and excellence, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while enjoying a collaborative and rewarding workplace culture.

Benefits

Student Loan Assistance

Loan Forgiveness

Profit Sharing Incentive

APTA Board Certified Orthopedic Residency Program

Clinical Career Ladder

Free Internal CEU Courses

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous PTO

Comprehensive Medical/Rx

Company Matching 401(k)

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited physical therapy program.
• Valid NJ State Physical Therapy License/Registration REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers; plan for discharge.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and communicate effectively.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Therapy Services

Program Design

Education

APTA-accredited Physical Therapy Program

Job description

Overview

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Outpatient

Position: Full-Time Physical Therapist

Location: West Orange, NJ

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

Join New Jersey’s premier provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy with more than 95 facilities statewide.

Kessler Rehabilitation Center is the outpatient network of Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, one of the nation's leading rehabilitation hospitals. Founded in 1948, Kessler has expanded its programs and services to meet the growing demand for quality outpatient physical and occupational therapies. Today, Kessler has more than 90 centers across 13 counties in New Jersey, treating over 38,000 patients annually.

By integrating clinical expertise, experience, and leading-edge technologies, Kessler helps optimize recovery for individuals with orthopedic, sports, work-related injuries, musculoskeletal, neuromuscular conditions, and other physical rehabilitation needs.

Kessler is committed to the health and quality of life of its patients and communities. Our centers host free educational events, screenings, seminars, and offer programs to local schools, colleges, libraries, community organizations, youth centers, sports leagues, and other groups.

• Kessler Rehabilitation Center is the largest outpatient orthopedic PT/OT provider in New Jersey. Benefits include:
• Competitive clinical salary rates
• Student loan assistance program
• Loan Forgiveness
• Profit Sharing Incentive
• APTA Board Certified Orthopedic Residency Program
• Clinical Career Ladder
• Structured onboarding and mentorship programs
• Free internal CEU courses and external CEU funds annually
• Refer a Friend bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Strong compliance values
• Joint Commission accredited
• Journal Clubs, Study Groups, WebEx in-service presentations, Leadership Academy, Certification in Manual Therapy
• Voted one of NJ's Best Places to Work and a Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work
• Networking and relocation options available

Employee Benefits:

Generous PTO, comprehensive medical/Rx, vision, dental, company matching 401(k), Life and Disability insurance.

Responsibilities of the Physical Therapist (PT):

• Perform evaluations, develop, and progress treatment plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers; plan for discharge when appropriate.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and communicate effectively with team members.
• Promote professional growth and departmental performance.
• Perform duties related to patient care, therapy services, and program design.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited physical therapy program.
• Valid NJ State Physical Therapy License/Registration REQUIRED to start.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred; entry-level or new graduates acceptable.