Physical Therapist (part-time/15 hpw)

HealthFitness•Rockleigh, NJ

About The Position

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, provides fitness solutions that engage and connect people on-site and online. This Physical Therapist role is based in a corporate fitness and wellness center and combines outpatient orthopedic care, injury prevention, wellness, and employee health. The position provides individualized one-on-one care, flexible scheduling, and significant clinical autonomy. As a direct access physical therapist, the clinician evaluates and treats employees with musculoskeletal conditions and partners with fitness, wellness, and occupational health professionals to support workforce health. This per diem position typically supports approximately 15 hours per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with no weekends. The role coordinates and delivers early intervention services focused on preventing work-related injuries. The therapist triages mild injuries and provides education and interventions within the scope of the position and applicable client and OSHA guidelines. The position also supports the development and implementation of the Injury Prevention program, conducts worksite assessments and root cause analysis, provides body mechanics coaching and well-being education, and collects and reports program data. The compensation range is $65.00–$75.00 per hour. The final wage offer depends on factors including location, qualifications, experience, and skill set. Applicants must meet hiring requirements, including a pre-employment drug test.

Requirements

Bachelor's, master's, or higher degree in Physical Therapy.
Current physical therapy licensure in New Jersey.
Current Adult CPR/AED/First Aid certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, National Safety Institute, or American Safety & Health Institute by the start date; certification must include an in-person component and cannot be 100% online.
At least 2 years of experience in prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries and illnesses; ergonomic assessments and risk identification; injury prevention education and training; and wellness programs.
Demonstrated proficiency in Functional Movement Analysis and implementation of corrective interventions.
Demonstrated leadership and written and verbal communication skills, and the capability and broad-based interests to deliver physical therapy treatment, prevention, and wellness services.
Strong people skills, a positive attitude, and computer software skills sufficient to manage and operate participant management programs and databases.
Exceptional interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
Proven ability to lead a team toward collective goals and strategy.
Proven ability to collaborate, integrate, and partner with multidisciplinary teams and departments.
Ability to organize and prioritize work demands effectively.
Ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
Demonstrated experience delivering orthopedic and musculoskeletal physical therapy services in an outpatient, occupational health, sports medicine, or wellness-focused setting.
Strong clinical reasoning skills and ability to independently manage a diverse caseload in an autonomous practice environment.
Must meet hiring requirements, including a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

Support development and implementation of the yearly strategic business plan for the results-focused Injury Prevention program.
Coordinate delivery of the Injury Prevention program across client sites in collaboration with multidisciplinary client stakeholders, including Medical, Safety, HR/Benefits, Management, and Unions.
Interface with HealthFitness leadership, company management, and relevant departments to assess client needs and identify programming solutions.
Participate in formal semi-annual performance appraisals and initiate the formal corrective action process as necessary.
Lead individual worksite assessments and root cause analysis, and provide body mechanics coaching and well-being education.
Provide early intervention services, including triaging mild injuries and providing education and interventions within the position's scope and applicable client and OSHA guidelines.
Collect program data and manage and report data for Injury Prevention Therapy services.
Communicate regularly with Corporate Support regarding program strategy, program success, and service delivery review.
Evaluate and treat employees with musculoskeletal conditions and provide individualized physical therapy care.
Develop individualized exercise and rehabilitation programs to improve functional outcomes and support return-to-work activities.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.