Physical Therapist Float

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

CEU program

Student debt benefit

Generous PTO

Health benefits

401(k)

Specialties nationwide

Internal mobility

Job summary

Kessler Rehabilitation Center in New Jersey is seeking a Physical Therapist Float to join our outpatient team. The role offers a competitive salary range and a sign-on bonus, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 40 hours per week.

You will perform evaluations, create treatment plans, educate patients, and collaborate with the rehab team. NJ PT license is required; new grads and experienced therapists are welcome. Enjoy mentorship, CEUs, and generous benefits as part of our growing network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited physical therapy program.
• New Jersey State PT license/registration required to start.
• Outpatient orthopedics experience preferred; new-grad acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Provides education to patients and caregivers and plans discharge when appropriate.
• Participates in departmental initiatives and communicates with rehab team.
• Supports professional growth and departmental performance.
• Performs other duties related to care and program delivery.
• Must be a graduate of an APTA-accredited school of physical therapy.
• Valid New Jersey State PT license/registration required to start.
• Prior outpatient orthopedic experience preferred; new-grad acceptable.

Skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

APTA-accredited PT program

Job description

Location: Passaic County
Schedule: Monday‑Friday full‑time, 40 hours weekly
Compensation: $86,000–$110,000 annually, depending on experience
Sign‑on Bonus: up to $15,000

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Position: Physical Therapist Float

Incentives: Student Debt Benefit Program and annual bonus plan.

At Kessler, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping patients return 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 nurture your growth as a physical therapist.

Benefits Package

• Start Strong: Mentorship and orientation programs for a successful transition
• Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Ease the Burden: Student debt benefit program to alleviate financial pressure
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO for healthy work‑life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
• Invest in Your Future: Company‑matching 401(k) retirement plans
• Advance Your Career: Specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1,900 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 an understandable manner, 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; new‑grad entry level acceptable.