Physical Therapist (PT) – PRN

Excelsior Care Group; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelsior Care Group is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join Care Connection Rehabilitation Center in Rahway, NJ. This PRN role focuses on interdisciplinary rehabilitation within a skilled nursing environment, evaluating patients, developing plans, and delivering therapeutic care.

The ideal candidate holds a DPT, NJ license, and prefers candidates with SNF experience and strong communication and assessment skills. On-site hours vary to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• DPT from an accredited program.
• Active New Jersey Physical Therapist license.
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred.
• Skilled nursing or nursing home experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with SigmaCare and Net Health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and assess physical conditions, mobility, and functional limitations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, stretching, and hands-on treatment.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and patient progress accurately.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, home exercises, and recovery.
• Collaborate with nursing and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

New Jersey Physical Therapist license

Tools

SigmaCare

Net Health

Job description

Facility: Care Connection Rehabilitation Center

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)

Location: Rahway, NJ

Shift: PRN

Pay: $58–$65 per hour, based on experience

Join Our Rehabilitation Team!

Care Connection Rehabilitation Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to join our interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. This PRN opportunity is ideal for a PT who wants to make a meaningful impact while providing high-quality care in a supportive skilled nursing environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and assess physical conditions, mobility, and functional limitations
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide therapeutic exercises, stretching, and hands-on treatment
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed
• Document evaluations, treatments, and patient progress accurately
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, home exercises, and recovery
• Collaborate with nursing and other members of the interdisciplinary care team

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program
• Current New Jersey Physical Therapist license
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred
• Skilled nursing or nursing home experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with SigmaCare and Net Health preferred