Physical Therapist (PT) - Per Diem/PRN

Select Medical; Chester (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 76.000 - 90.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Start Strong orientation

401(k) retirement plan

Advancement opportunities

Impactful patient care

Zusammenfassung

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in Chester, NJ, is seeking a Physical Therapist for inpatient rehabilitation. The role involves evaluating patients, developing and adjusting treatment plans, and coordinating care to support safe discharge and community reintegration.

This position offers a per diem/part-time schedule with a $59/hr base pay plus shift differential. The department emphasizes patient education, team collaboration, and comprehensive program delivery to maximize outcomes.

Qualifikationen

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Certified BLS.

Aufgaben

• Evaluate assigned patients and establish treatment goals and programs.
• Provide ongoing evaluation and modify treatment plans for progress.
• Develop comprehensive goals to maximize outcomes and return to community activities.
• Coordinate treatment with other clinical services and attend relevant meetings.
• Educate patients and families, develop progressive home programs for safe discharge.
• Plan for patient discharge, including equipment and referrals for ongoing therapy.

Ausbildung

State licensure as Physical Therapist

BLS Certification

Jobbeschreibung

https://careers.selectmedical.com/jobs/2026/05/22/16/01/369037/

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2026-10-14

Job Description

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
Position: Physical Therapy - Inpatient Rehab
Location: 201 Pleasant Hill Road, Chester NJ 07930

Compensation: $59/hr + Shift Differential

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries , spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

As a Physical Therapist (PT) you will evaluate all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction. Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients. Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities. Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.
• Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.
• Coordinatestreatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.
• Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.
• Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.
• Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.
• Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist
• Certified BLS

Per Diem Requirement: Two (8 HR) shifts per month. At least one of those a weekend and one high need day (week day, weekend, or holiday).

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans