Physical Therapist

Select Medical•Newark, NJ

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Kessler Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their team in Newark, NJ. This full-time position involves creating an exceptional patient experience to help patients return to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. The role is designed to nurture growth as a physical therapist through excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. Kessler offers a comprehensive benefits package to support career growth and personal well-being, including mentorship, an extensive CEU program, a student debt benefit program, generous PTO, health benefits, and a 401(k) with company matching. Opportunities for specialization and internal movement across 1900 centers in 39 states are available.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred; entry level/New Grad acceptable

Responsibilities

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.