Physical Therapist

Select Medical • South Plainfield, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Kessler Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Full-Time position in South Plainfield, NJ. This role involves creating an exceptional patient experience and helping patients return to their daily lives. The position offers opportunities for growth, innovation, and life-changing patient care, with a focus on nurturing the therapist's professional development.

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.

Benefits

• Student Debt Benefit Program
• annual bonus plan
• mentorship and orientation programs
• Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Generous PTO
• Comprehensive benefits packages
• Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
• specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)
• internal movement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level